Section Manager - Architecture and Digital Systems

Do you want to lead the development of a modern IT landscape that is crucial for Sweden's energy future? As Section Manager for Architecture and Digital Systems, you will drive the development of a business-critical IT environment that must be robust, scalable, and secure. You will have a broad mandate to shape how we manage, develop, and protect our systems – and become a central force in our digital transformation. Apply today and make your mark in our organization!

The Swedish Energy Agency works for a fossil-free and robust energy supply. Security of supply, competitiveness, and ecological sustainability are perspectives that must be combined to secure the energy system of the future.

Your tasks – create conditions for stable operations and long-term development

You have operational, budget, and personnel responsibility for the section and lead teams within IT management, architecture, workplace, infrastructure, operations, security-protected environments, and data warehouse. You ensure secure, accessible, and cost-effective IT services. The role involves close collaboration with operations, management, suppliers, and national partners. You switch between strategic and operational issues and take overall responsibility for stable and appropriate solutions.

Your main tasks will include:

• Ensuring stable, secure, and appropriate IT operations and infrastructure
• Responsibility for IT management with clear governance, processes, and roles
• Enabling architecture and development work in close collaboration with the business
• Ensuring management of security-protected IT environments and regulatory compliance
• Providing strategic support to management and steering groups within IT and architecture
• Following up suppliers and developing partnerships for stable and cost-effective delivery
• Enabling analysis, impact assessments, and environmental scanning

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with a relevant academic background in IT or equivalent experience. You have documented experience in leading operations and personnel within IT, as well as good knowledge of IT management, governance models, and lifecycle management. You also have experience in IT infrastructure and a good understanding of security requirements and cybersecurity.

You are communicative and accustomed to reporting to management and steering groups, and have experience in supplier management and monitoring contracts and SLAs. You can balance operational stability with long-term development and innovation. You have good knowledge of Swedish and English in both speech and writing. Swedish citizenship is required as the position is security-classified.

It is advantageous if you have experience in:

• Public sector operations
• Security protection according to current legislation
• Agile development and how management and operations interact in agile environments
• Leading an organization through change

Personal qualities

We place great emphasis on personal qualities. You are a strategic and confident leader who creates direction, stability, and prioritization in complex environments. You build strong teams, create structure, and make well-considered decisions. You are perceptive, cooperative, and communicate clearly. You take initiative, are self-driven, and build trust in your relationships. We look forward to meeting you with drive, commitment, and interest in the position!

About us

The position is placed in the IT unit, which consists of approximately 30 people. The Section for Architecture and Digital Systems is part of the unit and includes around 15 employees. In our organization, digital development and stable, secure IT delivery are high on the agenda. We are at the beginning of an important transformation journey where we are modernizing our IT environment and will review our existing working methods to become as efficient as possible, focusing on improved collaboration and value delivery.

Our offer

With us, you will work in an open and creative climate where you can develop your competence and contribute to social benefit. There are good opportunities for learning, variation, and development – while being given the conditions to create a sustainable balance between work and private life.

The position is based in our modern premises in central Eskilstuna, close to travel connections to Stockholm, Västerås, and other nearby cities. We use activity-based working and offer flexible working hours as well as the possibility of remote work. We have a wellness allowance, two wellness hours each week, and a gym at the workplace. Additionally, you receive favorable conditions for vacation, leave on bridging days, a benefits bicycle, parental leave, and occupational pension. Want to know more about what it's like to work with us? Visit our website.

Good to know

The position is a permanent employment with an initial six-month probationary period. This position is security-classified, which means a security vetting and background check in accordance with the provisions of the Security Protection Act will be carried out. For permanent employment, a wartime placement at the authority may become applicable.

Submit your application with a CV in Swedish no later than May 6, 2026. We have chosen not to request a personal letter as we instead use selection questions that form the basis for the initial selection we make. Tests and work samples may be used during the recruitment process. If you submit your application in another way than via our website, please mark it with the reference number 2026-004995. Do you have protected personal data? Contact our HR department, and we will help you submit your application. Your application will become a public record under the principle of public access to official documents.

Questions?

If you have questions about the position, you are welcome to contact the recruiting manager Björn Karlsson by phone or Recruitment Consultant Jennifer Nilsson by phone.

Our union representatives: Martin Larsson, SACO-S and Petra Lindblom Haddad, ST.