EchoStor Achieves World’s First Rubrik Black Belt Certification 

EchoStor’s data security team achieves elite technical excellence, reinforcing its position as a technology innovation leader 

NORWOOD, Mass., November 21, 2025__EchoStor Technologies, fresh off its recognition on the 2025 Inc. 5000 List and multiple CRN honors, today announced that it has become the first partner globally to achieve Rubrik’s newly launched Black Belt technical certification, thanks to Security Solutions Architect, Seth Piontek. The milestone underscores EchoStor’s continued commitment to maintaining the industry’s highest technical standards in data security and reinforces its position at the forefront of technology innovation. 

Rubrik’s Black Belt certification, which is awarded to companies that complete the Rubrik Partner Tech Champions Program, represents the pinnacle of technical expertise in the partner ecosystem, requiring mastery of advanced data protection, cyber recovery, and security posture management capabilities. Piontek’s achievement—completed ahead of other partners worldwide—reflects EchoStor’s culture of technical excellence and its dedication to delivering superior expertise to customers navigating increasingly complex data security challenges. 

“Seth’s achievement is part of our commitment to building the Northeast’s premier security practice—one that combines elite technical capability with a consultative approach, making recommendations to our customers that lead to desired business outcomes,” said Mike Johnson, CEO of EchoStor Technologies. “When we partner with companies like Rubrik, we don’t do it halfway. From technical certifications to solutions expertise, we blanket every aspect of the partnership because our customers deserve nothing less than world-class execution.” 

Said David Habibian, VP of Americas Channels, Rubrik, “The Black Belt certification represents the highest level of technical mastery in our partner ecosystem—verified through rigorous, hands-on evaluation by Rubrik experts, not just classroom learning. Seth Piontek, earning the first Black Belt globally, speaks volumes about EchoStor’s commitment to technical excellence. When partners invest at this level, customers win. That’s the partnership model we’re building at Rubrik.” 

EchoStor’s partnership with Rubrik exemplifies the company’s approach to vendor relationships: deep technical investment, comprehensive expertise development, and an unwavering focus on customer outcomes. The Black Belt certification achievement follows EchoStor’s broader momentum, including recognition as Pure Storage’s Fastest Growth Partner and the company’s jump to No. 41 on CRN’s Fast Growth 150 list. As cyber threats evolve and data resilience becomes mission-critical for enterprises, EchoStor continues to position itself as the partner of choice for organizations requiring best-in-class data protection strategies. 

About EchoStor Technologies  

EchoStor Technologies is a leading IT solutions provider specializing in Next-Gen Data Center, Networking, Security, Modern Workplace, Digital Workflows, and AI & Data Services. With a focus on delivering innovative and tailored solutions, EchoStor partners with organizations to drive digital transformation and achieve measurable business outcomes. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts, EchoStor serves customers throughout the Northeast and continues to expand its market presence across New England and the Tri-State area. For more information, visit www.echostor.com.