Shawn Kedrowski
Otsego,MN
Summary
Senior IT professional with extensive experience leading virtual teams in Fortune 100 companies across retail and healthcare sectors. Proven expertise in Unix platform security and delivering dynamic business solutions. Committed to driving strategic impact and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Automation Engineer
SleepNumber Corporation
Minneapolis, USA
01.2020 - 03.2026
- Infrastructure automation via Ansible(AWX)
- Terraform/Terraform Cloud development and automation for on-prem application stacks
- Create and maintain docker/swarm/k3s container environments
- Automated APIs using Python (Flask, Django) to streamline integration processes.
- Developed and deployed TIG stack for effective data visualization and monitoring.
- Migrated TIG stack to Grafana Cloud, integrating Prometheus database backend to enhance monitoring capabilities.
- Analyzed CIS security data to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Senior Systems Engineer
Target Corporation
Minneapolis, USA
06.2006 - 12.2019
- Led large-scale operating system migration project with virtual teams, ensuring successful completion and coordination across locations.
- Led largest technical project at corporation (7000+ hours) in remote operating system migration using offshore providers
- Architect and deploy enterprise IBM and LINUX environments in single and multiple data center scenarios
- Developed and implemented automated deployment model for UNIX/LINUX resources, optimizing resource utilization and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Established standards and policies, enhancing virtualization ratios across platforms and lowering capital costs
- Developed service model for rapid deployment of system resources, accelerating delivery of new services to customers
- Designed and built in-house platform for centralized target.com project, achieving significant cost efficiency and streamlined operations.
- Implemented Sarbanes-Oxley, HIPAA and PCI compliance projects
Lead UNIX System Administrator
UnitedHealth Group
Golden Valley, USA
02.2005 - 06.2006
- Designed and implemented large-scale IBM server environment for 70+ Terabyte DB2EEE Data Warehouse
- Led UNIX team in managing large-scale server solutions, optimizing system performance
- Designed, developed, maintained Ingenix Data Warehouse that yielded $70MM+ annual revenue
- Analyzed operational processes to identify inefficiencies, identifying and recommending improvements that enhanced operational efficiency
UNIX Manager
UnitedHealth Group
Golden Valley, USA
11.2004 - 02.2005
- Led team of 7 UNIX administrators in support of AIX, Solaris, HP-UX, and Linux, managing SAN/E-disk, Veritas, NetBackup, and OpenView operations to ensure system reliability
- Developed and implemented security standards for UNIX platform in collaboration with auditors, achieving compliance with industry regulations
- Implemented Sarbanes-Oxley, HIPAA and SAS 70 compliance projects
- Directed UNIX team to enhance communication and documentation while analyzing metrics, leading to improved operational effectiveness
UNIX System Administrator
UnitedHealth Group
01.1996 - 01.2004
- Managed multi-network UNIX environments using NFS, NIS, and DNS tools to maintain connectivity and ensure data integrity
- Designed, installed, and administered AIX RS/6000, HP-UX, and Sun Solaris servers, enabling support for critical business applications
- Developed and tested UNIX disaster recovery solutions, ensuring Y2K compliance to enhance system reliability and safeguard data
Other Positions Held
UnitedHealth Group
Minnetonka, Minnesota
01.1991 - 01.1996
- Provided support for operations by troubleshooting issues and coordinating with teams.
- Lead Computer Operator 1993 – 1995
- Computer Operator 1992 – 1993
- Distribution Technician/Quality Control 1991– 1992
Education
BS - Business Administration
Metropolitan State University
Minneapolis, MNComputer Programming -
Minneapolis Technical College
Minneapolis, MNSkills
● Automation & DevOps: Infrastructure as Code(Terraform, Ansible, Chef), Python Flask/Django), CI/CD, Containerization (Docker, K3s), Azure
● Infrastructure Architecture: Multi-Data Center Design, Hybrid Cloud, Virtualization (AIX/Linux), Disaster Recovery
● Leadership & Strategy: Virtual Team Leadership, Vendor Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Change Management
● Compliance & Security: CIS Benchmarking, SOX, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, Security Standard Development
Timeline
Senior Automation Engineer
SleepNumber Corporation
01.2020 - 03.2026
Senior Systems Engineer
Target Corporation
06.2006 - 12.2019
Lead UNIX System Administrator
UnitedHealth Group
02.2005 - 06.2006
UNIX Manager
UnitedHealth Group
11.2004 - 02.2005
UNIX System Administrator
UnitedHealth Group
01.1996 - 01.2004
Other Positions Held
UnitedHealth Group
01.1991 - 01.1996
BS - Business Administration
Metropolitan State University
Computer Programming -
Minneapolis Technical College