Who We Are

We are a specialized boutique cybersecurity staffing agency built on the belief that successful hiring goes far beyond matching resumes to job descriptions. What sets us apart from larger and midsize firms is our deeply personal, hands-on approach. We work closely with every candidate we represent not only understanding their technical expertise and career history, but also getting to know their work ethic, values, and professional character. This insight allows us to make truly informed placements that align with our clients’ technical needs and cultural expectations. Our size is our strength it gives us the agility to move quickly, communicate openly, and build lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. In an industry where trust and precision are everything, we bring a level of care, attention, and insight that larger agencies simply can’t match.

CEO and Founder

Mekedlawit Esayase-Jackson is the Founder and CEO of Custos Group, a boutique cybersecurity staffing firm focused on connecting top-tier talent with organizations that value strong digital defense. With over a decade of experience as a technology business solutions consultant, Mekedlawit has worked with both Fortune 500 companies and smaller businesses, helping them align technical strategy with business goals.

Throughout her career, Mekedlawit has helped organizations implement scalable solutions, streamline operations, and build high-performing teams. Her extensive experience in both large corporate environments and smaller, agile companies sparked a passion for people specifically, for identifying and placing talent with the specialized skills required to protect today’s digital infrastructure.

Mekedlawit founded Custos Group on the belief that cybersecurity is only as strong as the people behind it. Under her leadership, the company focuses on delivering not just skilled professionals but trusted partners who align with each client’s mission, culture, and long-term vision.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide exceptional cybersecurity staffing solutions through a highly personalized, relationship-driven approach. We connect organizations with trusted professionals whose expertise, character, and work ethic have been carefully vetted and aligned with our clients’ technical and cultural needs. By staying agile, selective, and deeply engaged, we deliver value that goes beyond resume building, lasting partnerships that support the ever-evolving demands of cybersecurity.

Our Core Values

Integrity First

We represent both clients and candidates with honesty, transparency, and respect. Trust is the foundation of every relationship we build.

Agility & Responsiveness

As a boutique agency, we’re able to move quickly, adapt to changing needs, and provide fast, thoughtful solutions without the bureaucracy of larger firms.

Precision in Placement

We take a deliberate, detail-oriented approach to every search, ensuring that technical skills, cultural fit, values, and goals are aligned for every placement.

Commitment to Excellence

We are relentless in our pursuit of quality, always striving for top-tier talent and longterm success for our partners.

People-Centered

We believe in the power of personal relationships. We invest time in understanding our candidates beyond the résumé, and our clients beyond the job description.