Description
As a leading provider of annuities, MassMutual Ascend is committed to taking financial futures above and beyond. This means offering innovative products that fit our customers’ unique needs – whether it’s protecting their hard-earned savings, receiving guaranteed income or providing for loved ones. MassMutual Ascend is proud to offer customers a level of strength and stability they can count on for years to come.
The Opportunity
MassMutual Ascend Information Technology department is currently searching for an Server and Application Middleware System Administration Intern. The role will be performing the functions of application administration and deployment following our 4-Tier model for promotion to production operations.
Job Responsibilities
- Assists in the administration, automation, and resolution of issues associated with all applications utilized by MassMutual Ascend
- Work with Middleware team and other departments to improve deployments to our 4-tier environment.
- Contributes to the project plans and timelines as applicable
- Establish an open relationship with customers, teammates, and other members of the Ascend IT Organization
- Complete assigned tasks as directed in a timely manner using operational standards and best practices
- Work with other team members to resolve issues with infrastructure, OS, applications (both COTS and internally developed) or integration of the same
- Follow the established standards, patterns, and processes
- Participate in team planning activities
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Working towards a BS or MS in Computer Science or similar
- Scripting in PowerShell or other languages
- Windows OS
- Active Directory
- IIS
Ideal Qualifications
- Application High Availability concepts
- Elite Troubleshooting skills
- Networking/TCP Communication
- Data Security/Firewalls
What to Expect
As an intern, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with other interns, managers and leaders at MassMutual Ascend while gaining hands-on experience in your area of focus.
- Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager.
- Ongoing opportunities for development and learning.
- Working in a fast-paced environment with available flexible work schedules.
- A place to grow your career in a culture that inspires, rewards and develops employees.
- Small company feel with a focus on meeting customer’s needs today and also well into the future.
- Propose your own ideas on projects.
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Why Join Us.
MassMutual Ascend Life Insurance Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.
At MassMutual Ascend we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component. For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance..
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What We Do
MassMutual Ascend (previously Great American Life)
At MassMutual Ascend, we are committed to going above and beyond – so when it comes to your financial future, the impossible feels possible. As a leading provider of annuities, we see our products as more than just contracts. Our annuities are transparent and easier to understand, so you always know what to expect.
The status quo isn’t a status we ever want. At MassMutual Ascend, we’ll always be in pursuit of better – so you can navigate your future with confidence.
Products issued by MassMutual Ascend Life Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual). All guarantees subject to the claims-paying ability of MassMutual Ascend.
Registered index-linked annuities underwritten and distributed by MM Ascend Life Investor Services, LLC, member FINRA and an affiliate of MassMutual Ascend Life Insurance Company
