Cirtas Systems, Inc

Cirtas Systems, Inc. was a company based in San Jose, California, founded in 2008.

It specialized in cloud storage and data management, focusing on simplifying enterprise storage with cloud-connected hardware appliances. The company's notable product was the Bluejet Cloud Storage Controller, designed to make cloud storage function like traditional on-premises storage while maintaining the benefits of cloud operations. Cirtas offered cloud storage controller appliances for enterprise use, integrating with providers like Amazon S3 and EMC Atmos. Their solutions included features such as WAN optimization, tiered caching, encryption, and support for backup and recovery. Cirtas served medium to large enterprises and collaborated with solution providers and channel partners for distribution. The company had a range of notable customers, including Applied Materials and Siemens, and received backing from prominent investors like Amazon and NEA.