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Curriculum Vitae | Résumé

Contact details

Name
Rikard Malmborg
Landline
+46 413 70680
Street address
Jöns Hanssons väg 7
Postal address
241 72 Marieholm
Mobile
+46 702 99 31 11
Email
Date of birth
12 June, 1965
National service
Yes, P18 Gotland
Driving licence
B

Competences and working methods

 

Technical profile

  • IT operations and networking: planning, segmentation, hardening, secure remote access, and procedures for backup and recovery.
  • Server environments and storage: experience of physical and virtual operations, redundancy, and performance optimisation.
  • System administration and software distribution: established routines for installation, updates, and decommissioning.
  • Information security and compliance: policy work, traceability, access management, and security procedures.
  • Documentation and ways of working: drafting process descriptions, operational instructions, and user guidance.
  • Digital assistants: since 2023, structured use of digital tools to document, analyse, and streamline IT-related tasks.
 

Asset inventory and software deployment

  • Systematic management of installed software, licences, and resource usage.
  • Prepared system images/packages for new laptops and standard application sets.
  • Centralised management of access rights, application control, and configuration.
  • Established procedures for ordering, licence top-ups, and removal at off-boarding.
 

Licence management and compliance

  • Experience of various software licences and terms (e.g., AGPL, GPL, MIT, CAL, and OEM).
  • Contributed to guidelines for correct licence usage in development and operations.
  • Understanding of legal implications of invalid/incorrect or insufficient licensing.
  • Supports compliance in procurement, contracts, and internal policies.
 

Ways of working and methodology

  • Application of established routines for incident handling and change processes.
  • Clear and consistent documentation of working methods and technical processes.
  • Communication with non-technical users.
  • AI-assisted documentation and analysis since 2023.
 

Service Management

  • ITIL-based incident, problem, change, and escalation management.
  • SLA follow-up, preparation of reporting data, and reporting to IT management.
  • Planning and prioritisation of Service Desk work.
  • Creation and maintenance of process, operational, and user documentation.
 

IAM, access management and information security

  • Account and access management in complex business systems.
  • Role-based access and control of master data.
  • Practical experience of data protection and personal data handling in collaboration with Legal.
  • Ongoing studies in IAM, authentication, federation, Zero Trust, and cybersecurity.

Work experience

2021-04 – 2025-10

Region Skåne IT/MT – Support for healthcare systems

(via Öresunds IT)
  • Responsible for Omilon MedSpeech (speech recognition) and CGM PMO (electronic medical records).
  • 2nd-line user support (telephone and back office), troubleshooting, and fault resolution.
  • System configuration, registry maintenance, and control of organisational and master data.
  • Account and access management for different professional roles within healthcare.
  • Troubleshooting and vendor escalation where reported issues in several cases resulted in corrections.
  • Testing of new functionality and changes, including documented testing before new MedSpeech releases, release assessment, and retesting after fixes.
  • Rebuilt and established the MedSpeech team's ongoing operational documentation, including instructions for account and role management.
  • Training in PMO and MedSpeech for private healthcare providers.
  • Responsibilities involving external reporting within regulated healthcare processes.

The organisation comprised approximately 36,000 employees, at least 12,000 concurrent CGM PMO users, and around 6,000 MedSpeech licences.

Environment & tools: Windows/AD, MMC, CGM PMO, Omilon MedSpeech, Citrix, ServiceNow, SharePoint, case management, testing, documentation, and operational instructions.

2007-04 – 2021-02

Mercedes-Benz Sweden AB – Service & IT

(via Poolia)

> Customer Services PKW – Technical Specialist (2020–2021)

  • Responsible for the management and follow-up of service campaigns and recalls.
  • Worked with factory information and assessment of the impact on the Swedish vehicle fleet.
  • Communication and reporting related to recalls, including the Swedish Transport Agency.
  • Information to the workshop organisation ahead of upcoming recall campaigns.
  • Support for Xentry/Star Diagnosis, ordering, licensing, and invoicing.
  • Technical administration within customer and dealer support (PKW).

Environment & tools: Xentry/Star Diagnosis, MS Office, SharePoint, internal Daimler systems, ITIL.

> Field Service Engineer (2019–2020)

  • On-site support following escalation from Service Desk and in collaboration with Infrastructure.
  • Advanced troubleshooting of clients, networks, applications, and workshop environments.
  • Coordination with external technical suppliers during infrastructure issues.
  • Technical contact between users, Service Desk, and central specialist functions.
  • Documentation and reporting of technical problems.

Environment & tools: Windows 10, networking, client management, Citrix, Active Directory, Remedy.

> Team Leader, Service Desk (2017–2019)

  • Led the day-to-day operation of a six-person Service Desk team, with responsibility for planning, workload allocation, and escalations.
  • Participated in the IT Management Team and reported Service Desk status and SLA results.
  • Reviewed and updated SLA reporting data from CISM Remedy before management reporting.
  • Introduced improved ITIL processes and documentation routines, and coordinated cases and resources with PAC, Infrastructure, and other specialist functions.
  • Worked continuously with recurring technical problems and improvements to reduce unnecessary incident volume.
  • Participated throughout the transition of 1st-line support to Infosys together with the CIO and an external consultant, including requirements and process work, handover, and follow-up.
  • Conducted on-site follow-up in Brno after the transition.
  • Worked with practical data-protection and PII matters in collaboration with Legal.
  • Actively contributed to developing a traditional Helpdesk into a fully fledged Service Desk with focus on service delivery and processes.

Environment & tools: CISM Remedy, Confluence, SharePoint, Lotus Notes, Active Directory, Citrix, and ITIL-based processes.

> Service Desk / Helpdesk (1st & 2nd line support) (2007–2016)

  • 1st- and 2nd-line support for users in Sweden and Denmark.
  • Application, account, client, and hardware support in a complex international environment.
  • Account administration across more than 100 business systems, including Active Directory/Admin.net and Citrix.
  • Documentation, case management, and incident resolution in line with ITIL.
  • Actively contributed to the transition of Danish IT support from person-dependent and reactive support to a more structured, ticket-based, and documented way of working.
  • Collaborated with the CIO, Infrastructure, and Service Desk on clearer support paths, documentation, and escalation.
  • Tested and troubleshot applications with complex Java dependencies and differing technical environment requirements, together with superusers, PAC, and Infrastructure.
  • Participated in testing and introduction of Citrix-based Chromebooks and other centrally managed client solutions, including user support and change communication.
  • Contributed to the transition from Helpdesk to Service Desk with ITIL's service-delivery framework as the focus.
    We developed a traditional Helpdesk, primarily reactive and focused on basic case handling, into a fully fledged Service Desk with clear focus on ITIL processes, service delivery, SLA follow-up, and user experience.

The organisation comprised approximately 1,500 employees in Sweden and Denmark.

Environment & tools: Windows XP–10, Active Directory/Admin.net, Citrix, CISM Remedy, Confluence, SharePoint, Lotus Notes, Java, and ITIL.

2006 – 2007-04

HMS-Solutions Ltd

Network administrator & web manager.
Networking, web administration, software distribution. Office management with line responsibility and project management for software development.

Environment & tools: Windows Server/AD, LAN/WAN, web (Apache/IIS), software distribution, backup.

2002 – 2006

NIKAS A/S

Network administrator & web manager. Project responsibility for Java-based software. Worked with Framfab, WM-data, and Crepido on the development, stabilisation, and further development of software for workplace environment systems.
  • Technical administration and testing of a Java-based server application, including building and maintaining test environments.
  • MSI packaging and distribution of software updates after introduction by an external specialist.
  • Release management, installation materials, and user instructions.
  • Web responsibility for Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish product information, including maintenance of the software library with relevant links to regulations.
  • Created web-based presentation and sales-support material.
  • Initial work on translating the application's interface into Swedish and English.
  • Contributed to building an IIS-based Swedish server environment.
  • Worked for several years with Crepido on testing, verification, and improvement after the root cause of recurring Java crashes had been identified.
  • The product was in production at around 1,000 customers in Norway and a smaller number in Sweden.

Environment & tools: Windows Server, IIS, Apache/Tomcat, Java, MSI/Wise, web technologies, networking, SQL, and project management.

2000 – 2002

CONRAM (self-employed)

IT consultant. Networking, web, MSI/Wise, support, projects, bookkeeping, etc.

Environment & tools: Windows, MSI/Wise, network design, support, web (HTML, PHP), accounting systems.

1990 – 2000

Procordia Food AB

Process operator
  • Operations and production monitoring in an industrial environment using FactoryLink + PLC.
  • Contributed to the transition from older manual control to PLC-based solutions.
  • Participated in team work related to ISO 9001 certification and HACCP.
  • Safety representative 1993 – 2000.

Environment & tools: FactoryLink, PLC control, production monitoring, quality systems, occupational health & safety work.

1989

Skånska Lantmännen

Laboratory assistant. Sampling and analysis of grain.

Environment & tools: Laboratory instruments, scales, analysis equipment.

1989

John Deere, Arlöv

Warehouse operations and spare parts
  • Receiving, sorting, and distribution of tractor parts and agricultural equipment.
  • Experience of basic logistics, order processing, and internal reporting.
1989

Kappellören

Inside sales of capital services – Telemarketing.
1988

Eslöv Municipality, Home Care

Temp home-care assistant with alarm duties.
1988

Annons- & Reklambyrån i Lund

Advertising sales for the magazine Öresunds Reklamblad.
1985

Spies Tour Leader School

vocational training in the travel industry
  • Training in service, presentation, and group management for tour-leader roles in charter tourism.
  • Planning and delivery of activities, themed evenings, and local excursions for tourist groups.
  • Practical exercises in problem solving, crisis handling, and communication with international guests.
  • Focus on logistics, coordination, and local knowledge to ensure a safe, well-organised guest experience.
1983

Nauteba SA, Pto Andraitx, Mallorca

Sales/representative. Summer job (languages/finance/sales).
1980 – 1986

Perfumerías Cañaveral S.A., Mallorca

Warehouse/dispatch/deliveries
  • Participated in daily operations of the family’s shops with focus on customer service and sales.
  • Responsible for stock control, goods receiving, and inventory of cosmetics and perfume products.
  • Checkout operations and customer service; supported campaigns and merchandising.
  • After obtaining a driving licence, deliveries between shops and wholesalers on the island.
  • Contributed to the introduction of a digital point-of-sale (POS) system.
  • Early understanding of logistics, stock flows, and customer interaction — experience later valuable in IT and service roles.

Education and courses

2026
Stockholm Institute of Technology (STI) – IAM & Cybersecurity, Higher Vocational Education (YH) – ongoing.
2024
LinkedIn Learning – Cybersecurity Foundations; Cybersecurity with Cloud Computing.
2018
Advantum Kompetens – Leadership training.
2015
Mercedes-Benz – Xentry Portal, vehicle diagnostics certification.
2015
Mercedes-Benz – IT Security Certification.
2015
Folkuniversitetet – Web development (HTML/CSS, Dreamweaver).
2015
Folkuniversitetet – Project work: planning, administration, delivery, follow-up.
2011
Daimler – Data Protection.
2011
Bita, Malmö – ITIL Foundation.
1999
Komvux Eslöv – PC co-ordinator / networking / programming.

Training focused on administration and support of office networks. Included computer and network technology, installation and configuration of Windows NT/98, user and access management, troubleshooting, documentation, and basic IT security.

1995
Studieförbundet Vuxenskolan – PC course (Windows 95, Works 4, Internet, networking, MS-DOS).

Introductory training in computer use and operating systems. Covered Windows and DOS, word processing, spreadsheets, file administration, peripherals, and an introduction to the Internet and e-mail.

1984
Data SETEMSA, Palma – Computer applications / programming
  • Took part in a company course to support the family business with point-of-sale (POS) and stock control.
  • Training in basic BASIC programming and DOS commands.
  • Introduction to data storage, printers, and early spreadsheet software such as Lotus 1-2-3 and VisiCalc.
  • Experience of handling software and files on Amiga and IBM-compatible computers.
1983
Asociación de Informática Balear – BASIC & general computing.

Schools

1987 – 1989
Lund University – Law (introductory course + single-subject courses).
1982 – 1985
Swedish Overseas School – Social sciences track (Hermods, distance learning).
1981 – 1982
S:t Petri Upper Secondary School – Natural sciences track.
1973 – 1981
Comprehensive school – Swedish Overseas School, Palma (previously Rosengård & Baldersskolan).

Personal engagements

1995 –
Continued IT development – Ongoing self-study/practice: hardware, networking, security, web development, virtualisation (Linux, Windows, Hyper-V, ESXi, Proxmox, TrueNAS, AI, etc.).
Since I began working with POS systems in the 1980s, I have been drawn to IT and technology and have continued to develop through hands-on self-study.
I have built and maintain an extensive home lab with physical and virtualised server infrastructure, networking, firewall, storage, monitoring, and services on a scale comparable with a small workplace.
Technologies and platforms include Windows Server, Linux, Proxmox, Hyper-V, ESXi, ZFS, TrueNAS, Docker, networking, and AI-assisted administration and documentation.

Private assignments

2007 – 2012
Teknikens Värld web forum – Admin; rebuild/upgrade, operations, moderation, troubleshooting.
2005 –
PHP-Fusion – Manager of the Swedish site; Staff since 2006; head of support & moderation; project manager 2012–2013. Still active in the community.

Association experience

1982 – 1986
Asociación de Informática Balear – Co-founded and built a computing association in Palma.
1987 – 1989
Academic Society, Lund – “Sexmästare” (events/banqueting officer) 1987–1988.
1988 – 1990
Moderate Students, Lund – Active member.
1989 – 2001
Moderate Youth League, Eslöv – Re-established and revitalised the local association.
1989 –
Moderate Party, Eslöv – Board/active member.
1997 – 2005
Friends of Sankt Thomas School – Founder; chair and secretary.

Political appointments

1996 –
Eslöv Municipality – Social Services Committee (deputy 1996–2002), Culture & Leisure (member 1996–2002), Services Committee (vice chair, IT responsibility, 2010–).
2004 – 2014
Church of Sweden – Parochial Church Council (deputy → member), Chair of the Parish Meeting.

Languages

Swedish 
Fluent (good comprehension of related languages Norwegian and Danish)
English 
Fluent
Spanish 
Fluent
French 
Basic
German 
Basic

Personal information

Family & residence
Married to Catharina since 1990. Three adult children: Kevin (nurse, MSc in environmental science), Rebecca (fire protection engineer, Ramboll), Veronica (astronomy & digital design). Raised in Mallorca. Lives in Marieholm (Eslöv).
Interests
Computers, gaming, web development and online communities. I play Lord of the Rings Online — a game inspired by Tolkien’s world — as well as Assassin’s Creed, which offers remarkable historical immersion in the ancient world and other eras.
I used to build aquariums, often keeping barbs and cichlids — rather assertive fish.
Interested in cars and new automotive technology.
A keen reader; recent books include a trilogy on the Roman politician Cicero and Nick Perumov’s Elven Blade.