Cybersecurity Rotational Program - June 2027

Staples • Framingham, MA

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About The Position

Staples is seeking innovative individuals who combine superb technical, analytical, and communication skills to join our team. As a Cybersecurity Rotational Associate, you will be part of a fast-paced, dynamic team responsible for safeguarding our virtual environment. You will be challenged to identify innovative ideas and proof of concept to deliver against the existing, and future needs of our growing business. You will have the opportunity to spend 4, 6-month rotations across Cybersecurity subdisciplines, including: Threat & Vulnerability Management, Governance, Risk & Compliance, Application Security, Identity & Access Management, and Protection Services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, data science/analytics, data security, or related technology fields.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong written/verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; approachable, personable
• Interface with a variety of customers in a polite, positive, and professional manner

Nice To Haves

• Fundamental understanding of IT & security OSI model
• Operating systems (Linux, Windows, Network)
• Networking & routing protocols (TCP/IP)
• Adversary tools, techniques, and procedures
• Social engineering (phishing)
• Defense-in-depth architecture
• Data, endpoint, network, edge controls
• Security+, Network+, A+, CCNA related coursework
• Passionate about cybersecurity with a basic understanding of cybersecurity principles
• Some experience or understanding of agile development methodologies
• Familiar with Azure AD, AWS, or GCP
• Introduction and basic understanding of web technologies and concepts, such as, HTTP/HTTPS, JSON, XML, C#

Responsibilities

• Incident handling (preparation, detection & analysis, remediation, containment & recovery, post-incident review)
• Configuring alerts/dashboard
• Reporting for bot & web access firewall activity
• Assisting in the development/refinement of business continuity, emergency readiness & disaster recovery plans
• Coding & security scanning to ensure protection of company applications
• Consulting with internal customers on general cybersecurity inquiries

Benefits

• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
• Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)
• Online and Retail Discounts
• Company Match 401(k)
• Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs
• more perks and benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree