Kavitha Brunswick
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic IT Director with a proven track record at Life Insurance Modernization, driving cloud transformation and AI-enabled automation. Expert in technology strategy and risk management, I cultivate high-performing teams and enhance operational efficiency. Recognized for delivering projects on time and within budget, I excel in fostering business technology partnerships.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Director / Senior Technology Leader
Life Insurance Modernization
San Antonio, Texas
04.2020 - Current
- Successfully transitioned ALIP to AWS, establishing a secure cloud foundation for organizational compliance.
- Designed and implemented a new platform and cloud infrastructure for rapid deployment of insurance products.
- Pioneered batch processing on AWS, positioning Life Insurance as the first team to adopt this model enterprise-wide.
- Drove AI-enabled automation initiatives, improving delivery speed and quality while significantly reducing costs.
- Cultivated high-performing engineering organization that prioritized accountability, automation, and continuous improvement, resulting in enhanced team effectiveness.
- Spearheaded enterprise-wide modernization of Life Insurance platforms, accelerating product launches and enhancing scalability.
- Collaborated with business leaders to manage backlog and prioritize annual roadmap, ensuring predictable execution of projects.
- Managed fixed-price vendor engagements, delivering capabilities efficiently while ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Senior Engineering Manager
Annuities Modernization
San Antonio, Texas
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Spearheaded annuity platform modernization, delivering multiple programs on schedule and within budget.
- Managed financial oversight for portfolios exceeding $30 million, ensuring transparency and strong governance.
- Oversaw risk management and material issues (MIIs) across Life organization, resolving critical issues to support business continuity and IT operations.
- Directed production support and ACC operations for annuities, stabilizing systems and improving reliability for end-users.
- Established enterprise-wide operational metrics, enhancing visibility into incidents and failures to drive informed decision-making.
- Developed and launched Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team, implementing burn-rate alerts and proactive monitoring for Life Insurance systems.
Senior Software Engineer
USAA Property & Casualty
San Antonio, Texas
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Executed complex initiatives across cross-functional teams to enhance operational stability and reduce compliance risk.
- Spearheaded compliance and regulatory initiatives in Auto Insurance, addressing technology and audit gaps to strengthen regulatory alignment.
- Collaborated with business and compliance leaders to ensure adherence and modernize legacy systems for improved functionality.
Software Engineer → Technical Lead
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
01.2004 - 01.2014
- Advanced from software engineer to technical lead roles, providing solutions for large U.S. financial institutions.
- Led projects for USAA and Bank of America, modernizing credit card platforms to enhance customer experience.
- Played a key role in transforming legacy systems into modern, scalable solutions supporting millions of customers.
- Established foundations in enterprise architecture and delivery excellence, strengthening client partnerships.
Skills
- Technology strategy
- Cloud modernization (AWS)
- Digital transformation
- Risk management
- Program management
- IT budgeting
- Operational efficiency
- Vendor delivery models
- System reliability
- Agile methodology
- Technology partnership
- Compliance strategies
- Time management skills
- Talent development
- Communication effectiveness
- Active listening techniques
Leadership Impact Highlights
- 20+ years delivering mission-critical technology transformations
- Managed multi-million-dollar portfolios and enterprise platforms
- Built and scaled high-performing teams across engineering, SRE, and operations
- Known for execution excellence, strategic thinking, and people-first leadership
- Strong advocate for automation, AI, and cloud-first innovation
Core Leadership Strengths
- Executive Technology Strategy & Roadmaps
- Enterprise & Cloud Modernization (AWS)
- People Leadership & Talent Development
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Large-Scale Financial & Program Management
- Vendor & Fixed-Price Delivery Models
- Automation, AI & Operational Efficiency
- Business & Technology Partnership
Timeline
IT Director / Senior Technology Leader
Life Insurance Modernization
04.2020 - Current
Senior Engineering Manager
Annuities Modernization
01.2019 - 03.2020
Senior Software Engineer
USAA Property & Casualty
01.2014 - 01.2019
Software Engineer → Technical Lead
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
01.2004 - 01.2014