Echelon Risk + Cyber reported that a stolen AI API key racked up roughly $600,000 in usage over three weeks before anyone noticed.

Echelon was born with a purpose; the belief that security and privacy are basic human rights. We partner with organizations to design, build, operate, and mature cybersecurity and compliance programs aligned to business goals, regulatory requirements, and real-world risk. We take the time to understand each organization’s environment, constraints, and risk tolerance, then deliver practical solutions that drive measurable improvement. We do not believe trust is built through fear or complexity. It is built through transparency, accountability, and consistent execution. We offer a suite of services including: - Managed Security Services - vCISO-Led Security Team as a Service (STaaS) - Offensive Security + Adversary Simulation - Defensive Security + Hardening - Risk Advisory + GRC How We Work: ASSESS: Custom risk assessments tailored to your specific business needs, designed by our experts to reflect your organization's unique environment and risk posture. STRATEGIZE: Practical security roadmaps that align with your long-term goals, helping your organization cut through complexity and build a defensible path forward. IMPLEMENT: Hands-on execution that turns strategy into reality by engineering solutions, building sustainable processes, and enhancing your overall cybersecurity maturity. LEVEL UP: Continuous improvement and proactive threat mitigation to keep your program ahead of an evolving threat landscape.