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Echelon Risk + Cyber Launches Cloud Security Assessment to Help Organizations Combat Growing Cloud-Based Threats
Echelon Risk + Cyber Launches Cloud Security Assessment to Help Organizations Combat Growing Cloud-Based Threats
Feb 18 / 2025

Echelon Risk + Cyber, a leader in proactive cybersecurity solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its Cloud Security Assessment, a comprehensive service designed to help organizations identify, assess, and remediate risks in their cloud environments.  

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Echelon Risk + Cyber Expands vCISO Offerings with Launch of Managed Defensive Security Services
Echelon Risk + Cyber Expands vCISO Offerings with Launch of Managed Defensive Security Services
Jan 22 / 2025

Echelon Risk + Cyber, a leading provider of cybersecurity services, proudly announces the launch of its new Managed Defensive Security Services. As an extension of Echelon’s Security Team as a Service (STaaS) and vCISO offerings, these managed services provide a more robust, preventative approach to cybersecurity designed to proactively bolster and protect security posture. 

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Echelon Selected as Finalist in Cybersecurity Category for Pittsburgh Technology Council's Prestigious Tech 50 Awards
Echelon Selected as Finalist in Cybersecurity Category for Pittsburgh Technology Council's Prestigious Tech 50 Awards
Nov 11 / 2024

Echelon is proud to announce its selection as a finalist in the Cybersecurity category at the Pittsburgh Technology Council's esteemed Tech 50 Awards. This honor recognizes Echelon’s key role in reducing cyber risks and enhancing digital security for organizations across Southwestern Pennsylvania's tech community.

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Echelon Welcomes Josh Fleming as Senior Manager of Risk Advisory and GRC Services, Leading Innovation in Cybersecurity and Risk Management
Echelon Welcomes Josh Fleming as Senior Manager of Risk Advisory and GRC Services, Leading Innovation in Cybersecurity and Risk Management
Nov 05 / 2024

Echelon is proud to announce Josh Fleming as our new Senior Manager for Risk Advisory and GRC services. Josh brings a wealth of experience and passion for cybersecurity and risk management. His impressive journey began at St. Ambrose University, where he majored in cybersecurity. His academic pursuits were complemented by two summer internships with RSM, where he honed his skills and developed a fervent interest in security, privacy, and risk consulting, eventually leading to his first full-time role. 

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Inc. Names Echelon Risk + Cyber as a 2024 Power Partner Award Winner
Inc. Names Echelon Risk + Cyber as a 2024 Power Partner Award Winner
Oct 22 / 2024

Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future, today announced its third annual Power Partner Awards. The prestigious list honors B2B organizations across the country that have proven track records supporting entrepreneurs and helping startups grow. This year’s list recognizes Echelon Risk + Cyber (Echelon) among 359 companies in marketing and advertising, health and wellness, financial services, legal, logistics, public relations, and productivity, as well as other critical areas of business.

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Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape: Travis Weathers Joins Echelon as Senior Director of Offensive Security
Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape: Travis Weathers Joins Echelon as Senior Director of Offensive Security
Sep 26 / 2024

In today's rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, Echelon Risk + Cyber believes that privacy and security are basic human rights, driving growth and innovation to protect and uphold this fundamental purpose. This commitment is exemplified by their recent addition of industry veteran Travis Weathers as the Senior Director of Offensive Security. With a robust background in security and military service, Weathers brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to Echelon's mission of providing comprehensive security solutions. 

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Echelon Risk + Cyber Welcomes David Faraone as New Partner
Echelon Risk + Cyber Welcomes David Faraone as New Partner
Aug 20 / 2024

Echelon Risk + Cyber is pleased to announce the addition of David Faraone as a new Partner. With an extensive background in cybersecurity consulting and a proven track record of leadership, David brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Echelon team.

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Detroit Pistons Strengthen Cybersecurity with Echelon Risk + Cyber as New Partner
Detroit Pistons Strengthen Cybersecurity with Echelon Risk + Cyber as New Partner
Jul 17 / 2024

Echelon Risk + Cyber are pleased to announce their partnership with NBA team, the Detroit Pistons. This collaboration represents a significant advancement in the Pistons' commitment to safeguarding their digital assets and enhancing cybersecurity measures that protect fans, staff, and players from cyber threats.

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Echelon Risk + Cyber Named to Prestigious MES Midmarket 100
Echelon Risk + Cyber Named to Prestigious MES Midmarket 100
Jul 14 / 2024

Echelon Risk + Cyber announced today that MES Computing, a brand of The Channel Company, has recognized Echelon on its 2024 MES Midmarket 100 list. The MES Midmarket 100 recognizes top vendors that have proven themselves to be forward-thinking technology providers offering products and services that support midmarket organizations and drive growth and innovation for those customers.

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Echelon Risk + Cyber Introduces vCISO-Led Security Team as a Service (STaaS) to Mature Cyber Strategy for Mid-Sized Organizations
Echelon Risk + Cyber Introduces vCISO-Led Security Team as a Service (STaaS) to Mature Cyber Strategy for Mid-Sized Organizations
Mar 11 / 2024

Pittsburgh, PA / 30 Jan 2024 – Echelon Risk + Cyber, a cybersecurity professional services firm, today announced their vCISO-Led Security Team as a Service (STaaS), designed for any mid-sized organization seeking to advance their cybersecurity posture and minimize organizational risk. The service features a complete team of cybersecurity pros, delivered as-a-service, and led by an experienced vCISO (virtual chief information security officer).

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New app for teens has safety upgrades, but experts say it might not be enough
New app for teens has safety upgrades, but experts say it might not be enough
Sep 26 / 2023

Dan Desko, CEO & Managing Partner at Echelon Risk + Cyber, was recently quoted on an article by Yahoo! News on App security for teens:

“I think they should have looked at that before the app went out because if you’re going to gear something toward middle and high school students, you have to think like a parent. I said ‘oh no, here’s another app that people will be up and arms about.’ To me, it was just like ‘here we go again.’ It feels like this happens quite a bit, and it’s hard to keep up with it all,”

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Echelon Risk + Cyber Welcomes Chad LeMaire as Chief Security Officer
Echelon Risk + Cyber Welcomes Chad LeMaire as Chief Security Officer
Jul 31 / 2023

“We are excited and humbled to add someone of Chad’s caliber to our already high-performing team,” said Dan Desko, CEO of Echelon Risk + Cyber. “His unparalleled leadership combined with deep cybersecurity expertise and exemplary service to our country make him the perfect match for Echelon and our clients as we double down on our commitment to protect the basic human right to security and privacy.”

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Why cybersecurity professionals require more mental health support now more than ever
Why cybersecurity professionals require more mental health support now more than ever
Mar 24 / 2023

Ross Flynn, Cybersecurity Manager at Echelon Risk + Cyber, gets quoted in an article by Worklife on why cybersecurity professionals require more mental health support now more than ever:

"While organizations can create cultures that foster good mental health practices, it is still up to us as cybersecurity practitioners to practice good boundaries, spend time with loved ones, take breaks when needed and make time for other hobbies outside the field.”

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LastPass hack aftermath: can we trust password managers?
LastPass hack aftermath: can we trust password managers?
Jan 09 / 2023

Paul Matvey, Cybersecurity Manager at Echelon Risk + Cyber, gets quoted on an article by CyberNews on the aftermath of the LastPass hack:

"One of the concerning things about the LastPass breach is that some of the metadata fields were not encrypted, such as the URLs of sites visited by the users. Therefore, threat actors have an inventory of many services you use and secrets you possess, which gives them greater intelligence to use in targeted attacks"

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Echelon Risk + Cyber Welcomes Matt Donato as New Partner
Echelon Risk + Cyber Welcomes Matt Donato as New Partner
Jan 04 / 2023

"As a Partner at Echelon, I hope to play an integral role in building a top-notch professional services firm that provides a unique, fulfilling, and dynamic company culture and an experience that both our team and clients will undoubtedly enjoy.”

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Events

Upcoming Events

Apr 10 2025
Michigan Technology Leaders Summit

Past Events

Mar 14 2025
STEAM Slam with Code 313 + the Detroit Pistons
Feb 26 2025
Cyber Night Out: Making Connections in the Security Community

Join us for an evening of networking, insights, and great conversations at Cyber Night Out—an exclusive event designed to bring together security professionals and industry enthusiasts. Whether you're looking to expand your network, gain valuable career insights, or simply enjoy a relaxed evening with peers, this event is for you!

Feb 20 2025
Cyber Breakfast Club Charlotte Chapter In-Person Presentation

Echelon Risk + Cyber Partner Matt Donato and Risk Advisory Manager Alyson Pisarcik will be giving a in-person presentation at the Charlotte Chapter of the Cyber Breakfast Club. The title of the topic is, Beyond the Incident: Designing Leadership-Focused Tabletop Exercises to Strengthen Business Value. 

Feb 19 2025
Cyber Breakfast Club DC Chapter Virtual Presentation

Echelon Risk + Cyber Partners Matt Donato and David Faraone will be giving a virtual presentation at the DC Chapter of the Cyber Breakfast Club. The title of the topic is, Beyond the Incident: Designing Leadership-Focused Tabletop Exercises to Strengthen Business Value. 

Mar 6 – 7 2025
SchellmanCON 2025

Join us at SchellmanCON 2025 for the session "AI Governance: A Roadmap to Reducing Your AI Risks," featuring Echelon experts Dave Faraone, Josh Fleming, and Steve Dyson. In this insightful discussion, our team will explore the security and compliance challenges posed by Artificial Intelligence, share best practices for AI governance, and provide a clear path to mitigating risks while achieving AI compliance.

Feb 5 – 7 2025
Wild West Hackin’ Fest @ Mile High 2025