Aaron Petak
About Aaron Petak
Aaron Petak is a Senior Manager of Infrastructure Engineering at Turnitin, where he has worked since 2022. With a background in network engineering and military service, he has a strong focus on team development and infrastructure optimization.
Current Role at Turnitin
Aaron Petak serves as the Senior Manager of Infrastructure Engineering at Turnitin, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees the infrastructure engineering budget, managing both operational and capital expenditures. He plays a significant role in sourcing and presenting profitable opportunities and projects by conducting comprehensive cost analysis and risk assessments. His leadership includes facilitating meetings that focus on team members' career aspirations and the development of both technical and managerial skillsets.
Previous Experience at Turnitin
Prior to his current position, Aaron Petak worked at Turnitin as a Principal Network Engineer from 2014 to 2022. During his eight years in this role, he contributed to various infrastructure projects and initiatives. His experience at Turnitin includes transitioning the company's infrastructure from a cloud-only architecture to a hybrid cloud architecture, which resulted in a significant reduction in operational expenses.
Experience at Intrado
Before joining Turnitin, Aaron Petak was employed at Intrado as a Senior Network Engineer from 2011 to 2014. In this role, he focused on network infrastructure and engineering, contributing to the company's operational capabilities. His experience at Intrado helped him develop a strong foundation in network engineering and management.
Military Background
Aaron Petak served in the United States Marine Corps as a Tactical Data Network Specialist from 2006 to 2011. This five-year tenure provided him with valuable experience in tactical data networks and technical operations, which has informed his subsequent career in infrastructure engineering.
Education and Qualifications
Aaron Petak studied at Colorado State University Global, where he earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in IT Management and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Information Technology. His educational background has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in infrastructure engineering and network management.