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Cactus IT
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Tough on problems.
Easy to work with.

Our Mission

At CactusIT, our mission is to make enterprise-grade technology accessible, understandable, and dependable for small and medium businesses across Arizona.

We take the complexity out of IT so our clients can focus on growing what they've built, knowing their technology is in good hands.

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Built on service, Driven by expertise

Cactus IT Solutions was founded to bring a people-first approach to managed IT backed by over two decades of real-world expertise. From leading technical projects and supporting growing teams to resolving complex issues under pressure, we’ve seen it all. We believe in clear communication, honest pricing, and empowering our clients with the knowledge they need to succeed.

Misty, Founder of Cactus IT Solutions

Meet Prickly

Our mascot represents everything we stand for. A cactus doesn't need constant attention to thrive. It's built to survive tough conditions, provide support, and keep standing long after everything else has dried up.

That's exactly what we aim to be for your business.

Prickly,Official Cactus IT Mascot

We've been doing this a while

From floppy disks to the cloud, our team has lived through every era of business technology. That experience means fewer surprises and faster solutions when it counts.

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Our Core Values

Reliability

We show up, follow through, and deliver what we promise, every time.

Transparency

No jargon, no hidden fees. We explain what we do and why it matters.

Empowerment

We teach, not just fix. Our clients leave every interaction knowing more.

Security-First

We protect your business like it's our own, proactively, not reactively.

Community

We're Arizona-based and Arizona-focused. Your success is our success.

Scalability

We grow with you. Our solutions are built for where you're going, not just where you are.

Meet the Team

You'll work with the same people, every time.

David Hess, Founder and Technical Lead

David Hess

Founder & Technical Lead

David is a full-stack developer and systems administrator with over 20 years in the technology industry. His experience spans SIEM solutions, incident response, network security, UNIX/Linux/Windows administration, and automation development. He has supported organizations ranging from K-12 education to financial services, managed 18+ enterprise systems simultaneously, and led security monitoring and testing initiatives. David holds an Associate in Applied Science in Information Technology and is self-taught in Python, JavaScript, SQL, and multiple scripting languages. At Cactus IT, he leads the technical strategy, infrastructure, and hands-on support that keeps client systems running.

Misty Obst, Partner and CEO

Misty Obst

Partner & CEO

Misty brings over 20 years of professional experience rooted in direct sales, account management, vendor coordination, and business operations. From managing high-value B2B accounts in the aviation and semiconductor industries to running inside sales teams, she has built her career on clear communication, customer-first problem solving, and getting things done right. She holds an Associates degree in Personal Computer Network Technology from Collins College and has hands-on experience with CRM, ERP, and business productivity tools. Misty founded Cactus IT Solutions to give Arizona businesses the kind of personal, dependable support they deserve.

Ready to get started?

Reach out today for a free consultation.