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Why USAA?
At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.
Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.
We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs.
The Opportunity
This Decision Science role is integral to optimizing underwriting strategies within the personal lines Property & Casualty business. The role focuses on applying advanced analytics and data-driven insights to answer critical business questions and support decision-making.
Working with established data assets and in close partnership with business stakeholders, this role will analyze complex datasets, synthesize findings, and translate results into clear, actionable recommendations. Insights will directly inform strategic decisions related to risk precision, risk sharing, risk mitigation, and risk acceptability, ultimately driving profitable growth and enhanced member protection.
This role is remote eligible in the continental U.S. with occasional business travel. However, individuals residing within a 60-mile radius of a USAA office will be expected to work on-site four days per week.
What you'll do:
- Leverages intermediate and some advanced business, analytical and technical knowledge to participate in discussions with cross functional teams to understand and collaborate on business objectives and influence solution strategies.
- Applies advanced analytical techniques to solve business problems that are typically medium to large scale with impact to current and/or future business strategy.
- Applies innovative and scientific/quantitative analytical approaches to draw conclusions and make 'insight to action' recommendations to answer the business objective and drive the appropriate change.
- Translates recommendation into communication materials to effectively present to colleagues for peer review and mid-to-upper-level management.
- Incorporates visualization techniques to support the relevant points of the analysis and ease the understanding for less technical audiences.
- Identifies and gathers the relevant and quality data sources required to fully answer and address the problem for the recommended strategy through testing or exploratory data analysis (EDA).
- Integrates/transforms disparate data sources and determines the appropriate data hygiene techniques to apply.
- Thoroughly documents assumptions, methodology, validation and testing to facilitate peer reviews and compliance requirements.
- Understands and adopts emerging technology that can affect the application of scientific methodologies and/or quantitative analytical approaches to problem resolutions.
- Delivers analysis/findings in a manner that conveys understanding, influences mid to upper level management, garners support for recommendations, drives business decisions, and influences business strategy.
- Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.
What you have:
- Bachelor's degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline; OR 4 years of related experience in statistics, mathematics or quantitative analytics (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
- 4 years of experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance) OR Advanced degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline with 2 years experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance).
- Demonstrates competency in mathematical and statistical techniques and approaches used to drive fact-based decision-making.
- Intermediate and some advanced knowledge of data analysis tools, data visualization, developing analysis queries and procedures in SQL, SAS, BI tools or other analysis software, and relevant industry data & methods and ability to connect external insights to business problems.
What sets you apart:
- US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner
- Deep experience with descriptive and prescriptive analytical work supporting Core P&C Insurance Functions
- Extensive experience using Python for data analysis
- High level of proficiency with storytelling with data/ presentation of analytical insights to non-technical audiences
- Solid grasp of statistical modeling principles and the ability to interpret model outputs to derive actionable business insights.
- Strong demonstration of a desire to continuously learn and refine analytical techniques and business acumen
Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $93,770 - $168,770.
USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).
Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.
Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.
For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.
Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.
USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Why USAA?
At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.
Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.
We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs.
The Opportunity
This Decision Science role is integral to optimizing underwriting strategies within the personal lines Property & Casualty business. The role focuses on applying advanced analytics and data-driven insights to answer critical business questions and support decision-making.
Working with established data assets and in close partnership with business stakeholders, this role will analyze complex datasets, synthesize findings, and translate results into clear, actionable recommendations. Insights will directly inform strategic decisions related to risk precision, risk sharing, risk mitigation, and risk acceptability, ultimately driving profitable growth and enhanced member protection.
This role is remote eligible in the continental U.S. with occasional business travel. However, individuals residing within a 60-mile radius of a USAA office will be expected to work on-site four days per week.
What you'll do:
- Leverages intermediate and some advanced business, analytical and technical knowledge to participate in discussions with cross functional teams to understand and collaborate on business objectives and influence solution strategies.
- Applies advanced analytical techniques to solve business problems that are typically medium to large scale with impact to current and/or future business strategy.
- Applies innovative and scientific/quantitative analytical approaches to draw conclusions and make 'insight to action' recommendations to answer the business objective and drive the appropriate change.
- Translates recommendation into communication materials to effectively present to colleagues for peer review and mid-to-upper-level management.
- Incorporates visualization techniques to support the relevant points of the analysis and ease the understanding for less technical audiences.
- Identifies and gathers the relevant and quality data sources required to fully answer and address the problem for the recommended strategy through testing or exploratory data analysis (EDA).
- Integrates/transforms disparate data sources and determines the appropriate data hygiene techniques to apply.
- Thoroughly documents assumptions, methodology, validation and testing to facilitate peer reviews and compliance requirements.
- Understands and adopts emerging technology that can affect the application of scientific methodologies and/or quantitative analytical approaches to problem resolutions.
- Delivers analysis/findings in a manner that conveys understanding, influences mid to upper level management, garners support for recommendations, drives business decisions, and influences business strategy.
- Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.
What you have:
- Bachelor's degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline; OR 4 years of related experience in statistics, mathematics or quantitative analytics (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
- 4 years of experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance) OR Advanced degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative discipline with 2 years experience in data/analytics or functional business experience within the respective industry of responsibility (i.e. P&C, Bank, Finance).
- Demonstrates competency in mathematical and statistical techniques and approaches used to drive fact-based decision-making.
- Intermediate and some advanced knowledge of data analysis tools, data visualization, developing analysis queries and procedures in SQL, SAS, BI tools or other analysis software, and relevant industry data & methods and ability to connect external insights to business problems.
What sets you apart:
- US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner
- Deep experience with descriptive and prescriptive analytical work supporting Core P&C Insurance Functions
- Extensive experience using Python for data analysis
- High level of proficiency with storytelling with data/ presentation of analytical insights to non-technical audiences
- Solid grasp of statistical modeling principles and the ability to interpret model outputs to derive actionable business insights.
- Strong demonstration of a desire to continuously learn and refine analytical techniques and business acumen
Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $93,770 - $168,770.
USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).
Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.
Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.
For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.
Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.
USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in decision analytics associate consultant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, engineering, or a related quantitative field
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one statistical programming language such as R or Python
- Experience building predictive models, decision trees, or optimization frameworks
- Ability to present analytical findings clearly to non-technical business stakeholders
- Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms
- Coursework or project experience in operations research, decision theory, or applied analytics
Tips for Your Decision Analytics Associate Consultant Job Search
Tailor your resume to analytical deliverables
Hiring managers for this role want to see specific outputs, not just tools you know. Rewrite each bullet to describe a decision you influenced, a model you built, or a recommendation that was implemented, using numbers where you have them.
Highlight decision science alongside data science
Many candidates oversell technical skills and undersell the consulting side. Make sure your resume shows you can communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders and translate analysis into a clear recommendation, not just run the models.
Target postings by methodology not just title
Job listings for this role often use terms like optimization, simulation, or risk modeling instead of the full title. Search for those terms combined with associate consultant or analyst to surface openings that match your background but use different wording.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists decision analytics associate consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a case-style walkthrough for interviews
Interviews for this role routinely include a structured problem where you define the decision context, choose an analytical approach, and defend your recommendation. Practice walking an interviewer through your reasoning out loud, not just your final answer.
Negotiate by scoping the project mix
Before accepting an offer, ask what percentage of work involves client-facing delivery versus internal model development. The mix varies sharply by firm and affects your growth path, so clarifying it gives you a concrete basis for negotiating role scope alongside compensation.
Decision Analytics Associate Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most decision analytics associate consultants?
ZS Associates, ZS, and Ibotta are hiring the most decision analytics associate consultants right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Georgia, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest at management consulting firms, insurance carriers, and large financial services organizations.
How many decision analytics associate consultant jobs are remote?
About 95% of decision analytics associate consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully on-site arrangements remain common at client-facing consulting firms. Sub-areas focused on internal model development and data infrastructure tend to offer the highest share of remote flexibility compared to client delivery roles.
How do you become a decision analytics associate consultant?
Start with a quantitative undergraduate degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, or engineering, and build hands-on experience through internships, capstone projects, or independent work that demonstrates you can structure a business problem analytically and communicate a recommendation. Employers also value exposure to consulting methodology, so case competitions and project-based coursework strengthen your candidacy alongside technical skills.
Can you get a decision analytics associate consultant job with little experience?
Yes, many firms hire directly from undergraduate or master's programs for associate-level roles, so a strong academic record combined with one or two applied projects is enough to be competitive. Focus your applications on firms with structured new-grad programs, and make sure your resume leads with a concrete analytical project rather than a list of tools, since reviewers are looking for evidence of problem-solving judgment, not just technical familiarity.
What does the decision analytics associate consultant interview process look like?
The process typically moves through a resume screen, a phone or video interview covering your analytical background and motivation, and then one or more rounds that include a structured case or take-home problem where you define a decision context and recommend a course of action. Final rounds at consulting firms often add a behavioral interview focused on how you communicate findings and work within a project team.
Where can I find and apply to decision analytics associate consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to decision analytics associate consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without being redirected through additional sign-up steps.
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