McLean, VA – September 30, 2024 – bladestack.io, a McLean-based cybersecurity management and regulatory compliance firm, has been honored with a prestigious Fire Award by DC Inno and the Washington Business Journal. This recognition spotlights bladestack.io as one of the 15 founders, funders, and fast-growing companies powering the Greater Washington economy.
The Fire Awards, an annual initiative by DC Inno and the Washington Business Journal, celebrate innovative companies that are transforming their industries and driving economic growth in the region. bladestack.io was selected for its remarkable growth trajectory and its pioneering approach to cybersecurity advisory services.
Founded in 2021 by Bhanu Jagasia, bladestack.io LLC has quickly established itself as a leader in cybersecurity advisory services. The company’s unique approach has led to impressive financial results:
- First-year revenue in 2021: $1 million
- 2023 revenue: $5 million
- Projected 2025 revenue: $10 million
“We’re honored to be recognized with a Fire Award,” said Jagasia, CEO of bladestack.io. “This award validates our innovative approach to cybersecurity and our commitment to reshaping entire industries.”
bladestack’s client base includes government agencies, cloud service providers, and businesses seeking to meet federal government regulations, particularly those imposed by FedRAMP. The company’s services ensure clients meet standardizations for security assessment, authorization, and cloud product and service monitoring.
Key recent developments include:
- Launch of bladeRAMP: A specialized offering for customers needing to meet specific National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) compliance regulations.
- Expansion into Higher Education: bladestack has introduced a new platform designed to help universities manage their cybersecurity compliance needs.
“As we double our client base, we’re not just expanding into a new market,” Jagasia explained. “We’re transforming how universities manage their cybersecurity compliance.”
With 16 employees and a headquarters in McLean, VA, bladestack.io is poised for continued growth and innovation in the cybersecurity sector.
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About bladestack.io: Founded in 2021, bladestack.io LLC is a cybersecurity management and regulatory consulting firm specializing in advisory services for government agencies, cloud service providers, and organizations seeking to meet federal cybersecurity standards.
About the Fire Awards: The Fire Awards, presented annually by DC Inno and the Washington Business Journal, recognize 15 of the most innovative and fast-growing companies in the Greater Washington area. These awards spotlight firms that are pioneering new technologies, transforming industries, and driving economic growth in the region.