Risk Mitigation Consulting acquires Securicon, boosting cybersecurity and mission assurance offerings

Risk Mitigation Consulting (RMC), a provider of risk management and industrial cybersecurity solutions for critical infrastructure and critical missions, announced on Monday its acquisition of Securicon, a cybersecurity services provider based in Alexandria, Virginia.

Specializing in both IT and OT cybersecurity services, Securicon offers technical consulting services; governance, risk, and compliance; and federal security services for both commercial and government clients. With its roots in the U.S. federal government, commercial energy and other utility sectors, Securicon offers improved expertise in information cybersecurity solutions.

“This acquisition marks a significant milestone for RMC, enhancing our substantial expertise in critical infrastructure protection and industrial cybersecurity,” said Vince Kuchar, CEO of RMC. “Securicon brings RMC new capabilities and domain knowledge, including device penetration testing, deeper experience in the energy sector, full spectrum coverage of Information Technology and operational technology cybersecurity services, and a broader government portfolio.” 

Kuchar added that this acquisition reinforces RMC’s commitment to safeguarding the nation’s most critical and vital assets, bolstering our vision of assuring tomorrow.”

“It’s a merger of mindsets and missions. We’re bringing together some of the brightest in the industry and are aligned to create a safer, more secure future,” said Securicon’s retiring CEO, Paul Hurley. “Like Securicon, RMC places integrity and authenticity at its core, for both its employees and customers. I genuinely look forward to RMC’s growth and future success.”

The combined expertise of RMC and Securicon offers more robust solutions spanning IT and OT cybersecurity, and risk management. RMC’s global presence, coupled with Securicon’s specialized industry knowledge, creates a formidable force in the industry. The merger fosters an environment of innovation, allowing for rapid adaptation to changing security landscapes.

Last September, RMC Global announced that it is an authorized provider of the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge program, offering internships and pre-apprenticeship opportunities to over 200,000 transitioning service members annually. They aim to develop opportunities in functional areas like risk management, cybersecurity, intelligence, and critical infrastructure protection for SkillBridge participants.

Industrial Cyber News Desk

Industrial Cyber News Desk