Echelon Risk + Cyber is pleased to welcome Eric Bronack as Partner and COO, reinforcing its investment in operational excellence, disciplined execution, and scalable growth aligned to client outcomes.

Echelon Risk + Cyber is proud to announce the promotion of Paul Interval to Partner, marking a significant milestone for the firm and its continued investment in scalable cybersecurity leadership built around client needs. 

With 25 years of executive IT and security leadership, former banking CIO/CISO Josh Anderson joins Echelon as a vCISO, bringing real-world perspective from the front lines of regulation and risk.

Echelon Risk + Cyber, an award-winning provider of technology solutions, today announced the launch of its Managed Security Services Provider division, a dedicated team focused on providing organizations with continuous 24/7 cybersecurity protection, specialized incident response, and business-aligned security operations tailored to each client’s environment. 

Echelon Risk + Cyber has debuted at No. 433 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, placing in the top 10% of America’s fastest-growing private companies and ranking as the fastest-growing company headquartered in Pittsburgh.

The Detroit Pistons partner with Echelon Risk + Cyber to boost cybersecurity resilience, reduce vulnerabilities, and align with NIST standards—setting a new benchmark for cyber readiness in pro sports.

 Echelon Risk + Cyber has officially launched its AI Governance service, expanding its Risk Advisory + Services offerings. The AI Governance service is designed to help organizations navigate the complex risks, regulations, and ethical considerations of artificial intelligence through a tailored, security-first approach. 

Echelon is proud to be recognized as a launch partner in CrowdStrike’s newly announced Services Partner Program, a global initiative designed to transform the modern Security Operations Center (SOC). This partnership underscores Echelon’s commitment to delivering expert-led services powered by the Falcon platform-elevating threat detection, response, and resilience for our clients.

Read the full press release to learn more about how Echelon and CrowdStrike are working together to redefine cybersecurity services.

Echelon Risk + Cyber, a leading provider of cybersecurity services, is proud to announce that Cybersecurity Manager Kelsey Cunningham has been honored as one of Consulting Magazine’s 2025 Rising Stars of the Profession. Kelsey was recognized in the category of Excellence in Leadership, highlighting her exceptional leadership, innovation, and impactful contributions within the cybersecurity consulting industry. 

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.  

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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).

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,”

“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.”

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.”

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"

"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.”