Chris Pernicano
About Chris Pernicano
Chris Pernicano is a Lead Site Reliability Engineer at Cvent, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in technology and hospitality, having held various engineering and service roles across several companies.
Current Role at Cvent
Chris Pernicano serves as the Lead Site Reliability Engineer at Cvent, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of Cvent's systems and services. His expertise in site reliability engineering contributes to the overall efficiency and stability of the company's technology infrastructure, supporting Cvent's mission to provide event management solutions.
Previous Experience at Cloudreach
Before joining Cvent, Chris worked at Cloudreach as a Cloud Architect from 2018 to 2019. During his tenure in London, Greater London, United Kingdom, he focused on designing and implementing cloud solutions, leveraging his skills to enhance cloud infrastructure for clients. This role allowed him to deepen his expertise in cloud technologies and architecture.
Career at Customink
Chris held multiple positions at Customink, where he worked from 2013 to 2018. Initially, he served as a Web Operations Engineer for three years, followed by a role as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer for two years. His work in these positions involved managing web operations and infrastructure, contributing to the company's technological advancements in Fairfax, Virginia.
Education in Network Administration
Chris Pernicano studied at George Mason University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Network Administration. His academic journey spanned from 2003 to 2010, equipping him with foundational knowledge and skills in network systems and administration, which he has applied throughout his professional career.
Early Career in Hospitality
Chris began his career in the hospitality industry, working as a Bartender at The Cheesecake Factory from 2006 to 2008 in California, and as a Server at Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants from 2008 to 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. These roles provided him with valuable customer service experience before transitioning to technology-focused positions.