TTSTC - Senior Quantitative Analyst

About TTSTC The Texas Treasury Safekeeping Trust Company (TTSTC) is a special-purpose entity that manages, safeguards, and invests public funds and securities belonging to the state of Texas, its agencies and local political subdivisions of the state. TTSTC's special-purpose entity status provides the Comptroller's office direct access to specialized investment services and programs enabling the Comptroller to achieve the highest return at the lowest cost to the state. Agency Information The Texas Treasury Safekeeping Trust Company (TTSTC) is a special-purpose entity that manages, safeguards, and invests public funds and securities belonging to the state of Texas, its agencies and local political subdivisions of the state. TTSTC's special-purpose entity status provides the Comptroller's office direct access to specialized investment services and programs enabling the Comptroller to achieve the highest return at the lowest cost to the state. General Description Join TTSTC's Risk & Quantitative Analytics (R&QA) team as a Senior Quantitative Analyst. This role involves investment research, data analysis, risk modeling, and system development to support investment decision-making and oversight. Candidates may be hired at one of two levels depending on qualifications and experience. Work Hours Agency standard work hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm, 40 hours per week with occasional evening and weekend hours. Hours are subject to change based upon business need or division determination. This position may be eligible for a flexible/hybrid work schedule if certain conditions are met; working arrangements may change at any time as business necessitates. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Business, Engineering, Math, Statistics, Finance, Economics, Computer Science) 5+ years of relevant experience in investment analysis, quantitative modeling, or financial data systems Proficiency in analytical tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, Matlab, SQL, VBA, R, C++, SAS) Intermediate to advanced Excel and Power BI skills General knowledge of risk management principles and financial markets Preferred Qualifications Master's or PhD in a quantitative discipline Experience with risk systems (e.g., MSCI RiskManager, Barra, Aladdin, TruView) Familiarity with investment analytics platforms (e.g., Backstop, LPAnalyst, Axioma, eFront, Venn) Experience with performance systems (e.g., Clearwater, Solovis, State Street) Knowledge of index families and benchmarking tools (e.g., MSCI, Bloomberg, S&P, HFR, Preqin)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

Certification in or working towards certification in one or more of the following: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Chartered Alternative Investments Analyst (CAIA) Financial Risk Manager (FRM) Certificate in Investment Performance Measurement (CIPM) In this role you will Monitor and assess portfolio risk using tools such as VaR, stress tests, scenario analysis, and liquidity metrics Provide quantitative oversight of market exposures and risk factors Design and implement internal risk reporting and performance attribution models Analyze fund liquidity, cash flow forecasts, and private asset pacing Conduct due diligence and quantitative analysis of investment opportunities across asset classes Develop and maintain models to evaluate investment outcomes under various market conditions Automate data aggregation, cleansing, and transformation processes Maintain and enhance investment databases, systems, and reporting tools Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (e.g., fund managers, custodians) Prepare and present reports to executive staff and Board committees Participate in system evaluations and research to align with industry best practices Performs other duties as assigned. Maximize Your Earnings! At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you! Important Note To The Candidate Salary is contingent upon qualifications. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

MILITARY PREFERENCE

To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application. Applications Submitted Through Work In Texas Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. The Comptroller's Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications. The application must contain the necessary information in the work history for the applicant to qualify for the position. An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller's office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment. Applicants selected for further consideration may be subject to a pre-employment credit check. This screening will be conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). You will receive a separate disclosure and authorization form before any credit report is obtained. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts