Christian Luna
About Christian Luna
Christian Luna is the Principal Infrastructure Engineer at Barracuda, with a background in network system administration and technology management.
Current Role at Barracuda
Christian Luna currently holds the position of Principal Infrastructure Engineer at Barracuda. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's infrastructure needs on a remote basis. His expertise includes managing complex network systems and ensuring the stability and efficiency of infrastructure operations.
Previous Experience at Chegg Inc.
From 2017 to 2018, Christian Luna worked as a Network System Administrator at Chegg Inc. in Santa Clara, CA. During his tenure, he played a key role in maintaining and optimizing network systems, ensuring reliable and secure operations for the organization's IT infrastructure.
Role at Sacred Heart Community Service
Christian Luna served as the Technology Manager at Sacred Heart Community Service from 2008 to 2017 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He was instrumental in spearheading a comprehensive network infrastructure upgrade, deploying advanced fiber switches, cloud-managed switches, and VOIP solutions. He also restructured telecom services, achieving significant cost savings while enhancing service quality.
Education and Qualifications
Christian Luna earned a Master's Degree in Management Information Systems, General from Walden University, where he studied from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Management from the same university, completing his studies from 2013 to 2015. His academic background provides a robust foundation for his roles in IT management and infrastructure engineering.
Key Projects and Initiatives
Christian Luna has led a variety of significant projects throughout his career. He designed and deployed over 35 VDI workstation environments to support different departments, created comprehensive technical documentation, and managed IT ticketing systems to streamline support. He also modernized backup solutions with automated cloud and local storage, supported finance department needs, and increased training opportunities for staff. Additionally, he introduced an intern and volunteer program that engaged skilled students and professionals in IT-volunteer opportunities.