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Staff Cybersecurity Engineer, Defense Health
Position Type : Full Time
Location : Colorado Springs, Colorado. This is not a remote position.
Salary Range : In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $112,000 - $142,000 . Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
Additional Compensation : This position is eligible for an end-of-year bonus.
Employment Benefits : Bluestaq offers a wide range of competitive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Leave, and 401k. For more information regarding Bluestaq benefits, please visit .
Where Innovation Powers Impact
Ready to turn your expertise into impact? Welcome to Bluestaq.
About Bluestaq
At Bluestaq, we're not just another tech company-we're a mission-driven team of innovators, problem-solvers, and trailblazers. Whether supporting space exploration, defense systems, global alliances, government initiatives, healthcare advancements, or commercial breakthroughs, our work spans industries that shape the future. Founded in 2018, Bluestaq has quickly become a leader in enterprise software and secure data management. Our name? A nod to our roots-"blue" (military shorthand for the good guys) and "staq" (as in software stack).
Recognized Excellence
We don't just talk about excellence - we deliver it. Bluestaq has earned national recognition as one of Inc. Magazine's Fastest-Growing Private Companies and is consistently ranked among Colorado's Best Workplaces. Whether we're supporting national security, enabling healthcare advancements, or driving commercial innovation, we're committed to building data management solutions that matter.
Why Colorado Springs?
- Tech Talent Hotspot - Ranked #2 up-and-coming tech market in North America by CBRE (2024).
- Top Place to Live - Named #3 Best Place to Live in the U.S. and Most Desirable City overall by U.S. News (2024-25).
- Neighborly Spirit - Recognized as America's Most Neighborly City (2024) for community engagement and quality of life.
- Active Lifestyle Hub - Top 5 for hiking and fitness, blending outdoor recreation and wellness (2022).
- Pet-Friendly Leader - Ranked #1 Most Pet-Friendly City in the U.S. (2023) for furry, scaly, and feathery friends.
With 300 days of sunshine and the Rocky Mountains as your backdrop, Colorado Springs offers the perfect mix of urban energy and outdoor adventure.
Join the Mission
Ready to push boundaries with tech that transforms industries? At Bluestaq, we engineer secure, scalable data ecosystems for space, defense, healthcare, and beyond. Join us to tackle mission-critical challenges, protect the world's most valuable data, and build what's next. Let's make extraordinary possible - together.
Protect Critical Healthcare Systems and Data - Join Our Cybersecurity Team
Are you passionate about safeguarding sensitive information and defending critical systems? We are seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to join our rapidly growing team and play a vital role in securing healthcare infrastructure. At Bluestaq, you'll design innovative cybersecurity solutions that protect healthcare data, ensure compliance, and enable safe, seamless operations. This is your chance to make a difference in the lives of patients and providers by building resilient systems that support healthcare delivery.
Why This Role Matters : In healthcare, cybersecurity is non-negotiable. From electronic medical records to life-saving devices, your expertise will ensure these systems remain protected, reliable, and compliant. If you're a problem-solver with a passion for cybersecurity, innovation, and impact-driven work, this is your opportunity to thrive.
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Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Required Education : 8 years of cybersecurity experience with a Bachelor of Science degree OR Associate degree with 2 additional years of experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree OR a High School Diploma with 4 additional years of experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
Clearance Requirement : This position requires the ability to obtain a TS / SCI Clearance. To be eligible for clearance, US Citizenship is required, and an employee must agree to participate in a background screen and credit check.
Relocation : This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Bluestaq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by state or local law.
Bluestaq will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities and employees whose work requirements interfere with a religious belief unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to Bluestaq or a direct threat. Employees needing such accommodation are instructed to contact Human Resources immediately at .
Salary : $112,000 - $142,000
