Senior Quantitative Risk Analyst – Stress Testing, Scenario Design

USAA

. Support financial risk management by identifying, measuring, monitoring, and assessing risks across the business .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $114,080 - $218,030 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quantitative analysis, risk management, and financial performance assessment, utilizing advanced analytics and modeling techniques. Capable of translating complex data into actionable insights and recommendations while providing mentorship and fostering collaboration.

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Quantitative AnalysisRisk ManagementModel DevelopmentStress TestingStatistical Analysis

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Hard Skills

Quantitative ModelingData AnalysisStatistical AnalysisEconometric TechniquesPredictive ModelingScenario DesignModel ValidationFinancial Performance AssessmentCapital Requirements AnalysisRisk Quantification

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsMentorshipCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

PythonSQLTableauOracle Essbase

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesRisk Management ProgramsGovernance RequirementsRegulatory ComplianceCapital Stress Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

OraclePythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support financial risk management by identifying, measuring, monitoring, and assessing risks across the business
Use quantitative modeling and data analysis to evaluate market conditions and identify emerging risks
Assess how economic scenarios may affect financial performance, capital requirements, and overall business performance
Monitor the risk and control environment
Develop practical, data-driven recommendations to strengthen risk management processes and controls
Utilize advanced analytics to assess future risk, opportunities, and effectiveness and translate results into meaningful solutions
Quantify risk and aggregate exposures
Engage in model validation and produce model validation reports
Apply scientific and quantitative analytical approaches to answer business objectives and drive change
Translate recommendations into communication materials for peer review and management
Produce advanced analytical material for cross-functional discussions and influence solution strategies
Provide mentorship to team members in the peer review process

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Actuarial Sciences, or quantitative field; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience
6 years related quantitative analysis experience in a discipline relevant to risk management, including statistical analysis, modeling, mathematics or another quantitative discipline
OR advanced degree/designation in a quantitative discipline and 4 years work experience in a quantitative discipline relevant to risk management
OR PhD in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, or another quantitative discipline and up to 2 years work experience in a quantitative discipline relevant to risk management
Advanced experience in stress testing, scenario design, model development, and quantitative analysis within financial services or risk management
Experience reviewing and challenging modeling assumptions, qualitative methodologies, management overlays, and stress-testing results
Ability to interpret macroeconomic scenarios and assess impacts on financial performance, capital requirements, and business performance
Strong knowledge of governance, regulatory, and control requirements related to capital stress testing, capital planning, and risk management programs
Experience applying econometric, statistical, and predictive modeling techniques using Python, SQL, and Tableau
Experience using Oracle Essbase for financial reporting, data retrieval, or analysis
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must not require immigration support or visa sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment with office attendance 4 days per week
Pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance, at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
401(k)
Pension
Life insurance
Parental benefits
Adoption assistance
Paid time off program
Paid holidays
16 paid volunteer hours
Various wellness programs
Career path planning
Continuing education assistance