Alex Simkin
About Alex Simkin
Alex Simkin is a Principal Analyst at FINRA, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in mathematics and computer science, holding degrees from the Moscow Institute of Electronics and Mathematics and the Moscow State Institute of Electronics and Mathematics, and has previously held positions at FINRA and Argussoft.
Current Role at FINRA
Alex Simkin currently serves as a Principal Analyst at FINRA, a position he has held since 2020. He works in Rockville, Maryland, United States. In this role, he applies his extensive analytical skills to support FINRA's mission of protecting investors and ensuring market integrity.
Previous Experience at FINRA
Prior to his current role, Alex Simkin worked at FINRA as a Lead Analyst from 2012 to 2020, contributing to various analytical projects over an eight-year period. He also served as a Contractor at FINRA for 11 months in 2011-2012, where he gained valuable insights into the organization's operations and analytical processes.
Educational Background
Alex Simkin studied at the Moscow State Institute of Electronics and Mathematics (MIEM) where he earned a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science from 1978 to 1984. He also attended the Moscow Institute of Electronics and Mathematics (Technical University), achieving a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics and Computer Science from 1978 to 1983.
Career at Argussoft
Before joining FINRA, Alex Simkin held the position of Vice President at Argussoft from 1991 to 2000. During his nine years at Argussoft, he was involved in various projects that contributed to the company's growth and development in the technology sector.