Okiweb (Ed Habal)
Senior Systems Engineer & Enterprise IT Infrastructure Consultant specializing in Active Directory architecture, virtualization, and DISA STIG cybersecurity.
Professional Experience
Over two decades architecting resilient mission-critical server environments, defense networks, and enterprise virtualization infrastructures.
Server Administration & Hardening: Enterprise Windows Server and Workstation lifecycle maintenance, automated security patching orchestration, and rigorous DISA STIG vulnerability remediation across secure networks.
Domain Architecture & Governance: End-to-end architecture, multi-domain forest optimization, and strict security governance of Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPO), and Kerberos authentication protocols.
Virtualization & VDI Administration: Managed enterprise VMware ESXi clusters, vCenter Server pools, and VMware Horizon View infrastructure — building and deploying optimized golden VDI desktop images for high-security environments.
Enterprise Patch Management: Orchestrated WSUS server infrastructures, vulnerability scans, and scheduled baseline patch rollouts ensuring compliance with zero-day advisories.
Enterprise Domain Control: Active Directory and GPO governance serving 20,000+ active enterprise users with high availability and seamless replication.
Technical Leadership & Tier-3 Escalations: Provided hands-on mentorship, architectural guidance, and root-cause resolution for Tier-1 and Tier-2 engineering staff.
Education & Professional Certifications
CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
Globally recognized cybersecurity qualification verifying mastery across Security Architecture, Identity & Access Management (IAM), Security Operations, and Risk Assessment.
Master of Arts -- Information Management & BS Computer Science
Graduated with a perfect 4.0 GPA .
IT Services & Solutions
Tailored infrastructure engineering, security audits, and dedicated server hosting designed for high reliability and zero downtime.
Enterprise Infrastructure & Directory Services
Complete Active Directory forest architecture, Windows Server management, Group Policy (GPO) optimization, and secure Kerberos authentication designed for corporate enterprise scale.
- Multi-domain Active Directory consolidation & disaster recovery plans
- Centralized Group Policy design for security baseline compliance
- WSUS patch management and automated update rings
Cybersecurity & STIG Hardening
Vulnerability assessment, DISA STIG compliance implementation, and zero-trust configuration overseen by a certified CISSP professional.
- DISA STIG automated vulnerability remediation
- Identity & Access Management (IAM) audits
Remote IT & Virtualization (VDI)
VMware ESXi clusters, vCenter, and VMware Horizon View infrastructure. Secure virtual desktop image provisioning and remote engineering worldwide.
- VMware Horizon golden VDI desktop delivery
- Secure remote access & multi-factor setups
Managed Web & Server Hosting (Okiweb Cloud)
Ultra-fast, reliable Windows and Linux server hosting with guaranteed 99.9% uptime SLA, automated daily backups, free SSL lifecycle management, and direct priority support.
- High-Speed NVMe storage & HTTP/3 LiteSpeed web servers
- Automatic daily snapshots & multi-region offsite backups
- Seamless annual checkout & instant PDF invoicing via Stripe
Get In Touch
Consult with Ed Habal on infrastructure design, systems security, Active Directory optimizations, or managed hosting subscriptions.
Direct Contact
Serving commercial enterprises, defense contractors, and local businesses worldwide from Kaneohe, Hawaii.