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 18 reviews)); "Leadership is supportive and each colleague understands that we are working toward a common goal." ((in 14 reviews)); "Good Work/Life Balance" ((in 11 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))

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)); "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

5.0

Oct 4, 2024

Dynamic, challenging, collaborative family

Senior security engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Encourages personal and professional growth Respectful and supportive teammates and colleagues Teaches valuable skills

Cons

Fast-paced and high-stakes environment causes stress and pressure

CRITICALSTART Response

Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear that you've experienced growth and support from your team at CRITICALSTART. We understand that the fast-paced nature of the work can be stressful, and we appreciate your feedback about recognizing hard work. We’re continually working to improve how we support our dedicated employees across all departments.

4.0

Jun 24, 2024

Growing Pains

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Still a really good culture. Love that even though there's a heirarchy you don't have to feel nervous talking to C Level. Very open. CEO is very transparent

Cons

Tough to figure out the balance between adding to the service offering and focusing on your core

CRITICALSTART Response

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you appreciate our open and transparent culture, and that you feel comfortable communicating with all levels of the organization. We understand the challenge of balancing service expansion with focusing on our core strengths. Your insights are valuable as we strive to improve and grow.

2.0

May 2, 2024

Innovation

Sr. cyber security engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Working with so many talented people

Cons

The long hours it take to be in the office

CRITICALSTART Response

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We value your dedication and contributions to our team. It's great to hear that you enjoy working with talented colleagues! Regarding the long hours, we understand the challenges and are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance. It's worth noting that while some roles offer remote options, others may require a hybrid model to ensure favorable outcomes for our customers. Your input helps us continuously improve and create a positive environment for everyone. Thanks for being a valued member of our team!

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