Strategic Advisor for National Affairs

Do you want to contribute to Sweden's security in a digitalized world? The Swedish Armed Forces (FM) plays a crucial role in developing and strengthening Sweden's cyber defense. As part of the total defense effort, we work every day to protect our systems against advanced threats from foreign actors. We are now seeking a strategic advisor for national affairs who wants to contribute to our operations at the Cyber Defense Command (CFL) and has an interest in developing within central government administration and cyber defense. With us, you will have the opportunity to combine qualified work with a meaningful mission – to help protect our open society. We are located in modern facilities on Östermalm in Stockholm. We value mutual trust and with us you will have your own responsibility and good opportunities to develop your skills. About the role The Swedish Armed Forces continues to develop cyber defense and is seeking you who want to be part of shaping Sweden's role within the EU, NATO, in bilateral and national cooperation formats. This development is part of the overall work to strengthen total defense and the Armed Forces' operational capabilities, individually and within the alliance. Learn more about us and our operations here: https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/om-forsvarsmakten/organisation/stridskrafter/cyberforsvar/om-cyberforsvar/ Main responsibilities: Preparation of a variety of issues at the military strategic level within the cyber defense area with particular focus on national cooperation Independently drive assigned tasks individually and together with others Handling of both internal and external remittances The emphasis lies in cooperation and collaboration with other parts of the Armed Forces and external organizations as well as planning, direction and monitoring of cyber defense operations from a national and international perspective. We are seeking you who meet one of the following two alternative requirements: Either you have: an academic degree with a political science, legal or security policy profile, and at least three years of work experience where you in public administration or the private sector have had tasks related to government administration and remittance handling at national or international level or you have: an academic degree in data technology or other direction within the computer technical or data science field, and at least three years of work experience within the IT field. For both alternatives above, there is also a requirement for strong ability to analyze, compile and present material both orally and in writing in both Swedish and English. It is meritorious if you have: experience in cooperation and remittance handling at national or international level training and experience as a project manager experience leading or directing information and cyber security related operations current and relevant previous work experience at the Armed Forces or another authority or organization within total defense and security issues current and relevant previous work experience with FM's or NATO's military planning processes preferably at military strategic or operational level Who are you? For us, it is important that you have high learning capacity and can independently deliver materials of good quality within specified timeframes. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and have strong collaboration skills. We see that you are a reliable and stable person with high integrity and the ability to take initiative and find solutions. Other information Employment form: Permanent (6-month probationary period) Degree of employment: Full-time Work location: Stockholm Travel occurs, both within and outside Sweden Start date by agreement Questions about the position and union representatives can be reached at: [email protected] Other requirements: You should not tell other people than your immediate contacts that you have applied for a position at the Cyber Defense Command. The reason we ask you to be discreet with information is that certain positions at the unit are covered by confidentiality. Employment with the Swedish Armed Forces requires Swedish citizenship. Employment includes national and international work obligation. The selection process will be supplemented with work psychological tests. Application Welcome to submit your application no later than August 31, 2026; selection and interviews may take place on an ongoing basis. Your application should contain a CV and cover letter where you motivate why you are suited for this position and answer these two selection questions: Describe a situation where you needed to familiarize yourself with a new or complex area. How did you proceed to acquire the knowledge required and how did you ensure that you could independently deliver materials of good quality? Provide an example of a situation where you faced a problem or unexpected challenge that risked affecting quality or timeline. Describe how you analyzed the situation, what measures you took to find a solution and how you ensured that the delivery maintained good quality despite the circumstances. Email your application as above to: [email protected] NOTE! Remember to specify the reference in your application: [8408] Applications for this position will only be received via the Swedish Armed Forces website. Information about the recruiting unit: At Headquarters are the Supreme Commander and Director General. Headquarters has approximately 1,000 employees – both professional officers and civilian experts. Since January 1, 2023, Headquarters consists of the Defense Staff, Operations Command, Military Intelligence and Security Service, and Headquarters Staff Division and independent supervisory units. An employment with us entails placement in a security classification. Swedish citizenship is usually required. Security vetting with register check will be conducted prior to employment in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed for war. Employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The meaning of this varies depending on the type of position. CV and personal letter should be attached to the employment application. If you advance in the employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented. Calls from external recruitment companies and sales representatives are not welcome.

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