Does CRITICALSTART pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, CRITICALSTART employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at CRITICALSTART. This rating has improved by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at CRITICALSTART?

91% of CRITICALSTART employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated CRITICALSTART 4.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.5 for culture and values and 4.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at CRITICALSTART?

Cyber Security Analyst (7) , Cyber Security Engineer (6) , SSE- Development (4) , Security Analyst (4) , Cyber Security Specialist (3) , Marketing (3) , Security Engineer (3) , Senior Software Engineer (3) , Account Executive (2) , Account Manager (2) , Engineer (2) , SOC Engineer (2) , Senior Security Analyst (2)

What are the pros of working at CRITICALSTART according to real employee reviews?

"Great people and super smart engineers." ((in 19 reviews)); "Leadership is supportive and each colleague understands that we are working toward a common goal." ((in 15 reviews)); "The team is collaborative and eager to learn despite the rapid changes that come with a high" ((in 11 reviews)); "Great benefits" ((in 11 reviews)); "Excellent work/life balance" ((in 10 reviews))

What are the cons of working at CRITICALSTART according to real employee reviews?

"Pay could be better for the breadth of knowledge and throughput capacity expected." ((in 4 reviews)); "Some processes can be more structured, and communication can be improved for better clarity in requirements and planning." ((in 4 reviews)); "Regularly scheduled layoffs and RIFs." ((in 3 reviews)); "Workload and responsibilities increased with no additional compensation to address the additional responsibility or to combat inflation." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about CRITICALSTART layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about CRITICALSTART layoffs and their outlook for job security at CRITICALSTART in 2026.

What are the top reviewed CRITICALSTART locations?

Plano , Dallas , Denver , Lehi , Chicago , New York , Oklahoma City , Durham , Houston , Little Rock , Gaithersburg , Tampa

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CRITICALSTART reviews

4.5

91% would recommend to a friend

(156 total reviews)

Scott White

99% approve of CEO

91% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.7

Work/Life balance

4.5

Culture & values

4.4

Diversity & inclusion

4.4

Compensation and benefits

4.3

Senior management

4.3

Career opportunities

CRITICALSTART has an employee rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 156 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The CRITICALSTART employee rating is 21% above average for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

156 reviews

3.0

Sep 16, 2024

Flexible working environment.

Cyber security engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The company values automation and efficiency.

Cons

Small company with limited career growth opportunities.

CRITICALSTART Response

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at CRITICALSTART. We're glad to hear that you appreciated our focus on automation and efficiency. We acknowledge the challenge of limited career growth in a smaller company and are actively working to improve this. We appreciate your contributions and wish you success in your future endeavors.

5.0

Sep 4, 2024

Great Place

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great culture and growth opportunities

Cons

Fast paced, but rewarding experience

CRITICALSTART Response

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you're enjoying the culture and growth opportunities at CRITICALSTART. We understand the fast pace can be challenging, but we're happy to hear it's been a rewarding experience for you.

1.0

Mar 17, 2024

Points Positive Reviews - Not What It Seems, Just Say No

Marketing

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Same people are nice. HR tries.

Cons

Employees get points for positive reviews.. awkward. Company is struggling. Layoffs in Jan. No strategy. No concrete catalog of offerings. Man-focused Texas culture based man's company despite women HR leaders trying to steer the company the right way. CEO is toxic. CRO and middle management are worse. This company should be a bad sitcom.

CRITICALSTART Response

Thank you for sharing your feedback about your experience at Critical Start. We recognize your concerns regarding the points system for reviews, company challenges, strategy, and culture. Your input regarding leadership, diversity, and inclusion is noted, and we are committed to addressing these areas effectively. Our HR team is dedicated to continuous improvement and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We take your feedback seriously and will work to ensure that our managers receive the support and training needed to lead effectively and retain talent. Regarding diversity and inclusion, we are actively working to create a more inclusive workplace that values diversity in all its forms. We understand the importance of a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our ERGs are a great resource to further familiarize yourself with our team members. We encourage you to reach out to HR or your manager if you have any further feedback or suggestions for improvement. Your input is invaluable as we strive to create a positive and supportive workplace for all employees. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts with us.

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