Incident Handler for 2nd Cyber Defense Unit
Workplace: Linköping, Sverige
Expires: August 31, 2025
The Swedish Armed Forces is expanding its cyber defense capabilities and seeks an Incident Handler to join the 2nd Cyber Defense Unit. This position involves leading incident investigations, improving methods and technology, and defending the Armed Forces' IT systems in a high-demand, evolving cyber environment.
Main requirements:
  • Secondary education in IT/computer science or equivalent experience
  • Several years of work experience in complex IT environments
  • Valid B driver's license
  • Strong skills in one or several of the following: Windows disk and memory forensics, Linux disk and memory forensics, network forensics, log analysis, statistical and dynamic malware analysis, reverse engineering
Responsibilities:
  • Participate in and eventually lead incident management investigations
  • Develop and improve methodologies and technologies used in cyber defense
  • Collaborate within a skilled team to defend the Armed Forces' IT systems
  • Continuously update personal skills and knowledge in a fast-changing field
Required hard skills:
  • Windows disk and memory forensics
  • Linux disk and memory forensics
  • Network forensics
  • Log analysis
  • Malware analysis
  • Reverse engineering
Recommended hard skills:
  • Programming/scripting experience
  • Strong understanding of networks and basic internet protocols
  • Conducting IT system security reviews
  • Performing penetration tests
  • System administration experience
Soft skills:
  • High security awareness
  • Creativity and solution-oriented mindset
  • Curiosity and commitment to continuous learning
  • Team-oriented with collaboration skills
  • Ability to prioritize work efficiently
  • Personal maturity with balance of humility and integrity
Coding languages:
  • Various scripting/programming languages (not specified)
Operating systems:
  • Windows
  • Linux
Natural languages:
  • Swedish (Proficient)
  • English (Working knowledge)
Cultural skills:
  • Able to maintain confidentiality due to security requirements
  • Understanding of military structure and obligations