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)); "I can't speak for everyones experience, but the leadership has been transparent and strong and always receptive to feedback for me." ((in 17 reviews)); "The team is collaborative and eager to learn despite the rapid changes that come with a high" ((in 12 reviews)); "Good Work/Life Balance" ((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 5 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

CRITICALSTART reviews

4.5

91% would recommend to a friend

(156 total reviews)

Scott White

99% approve of CEO

91% positive business outlook

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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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156 reviews

5.0

Jan 14, 2024

Benefits

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits and wonderful people!

Cons

No negative to comments to report

CRITICALSTART Response

2y

Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback on your experience at Critical Start! We're delighted to hear that you find our benefits appealing and that you've had positive interactions with your colleagues. We appreciate your contributions to making this a wonderful place to work. If you ever have additional insights or suggestions, feel free to share them with us. We value your input as we continuously strive to make Critical Start an even better place to work!

5.0

Nov 9, 2023

The Best Management Team and Culture

Account executive

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

This is a great place to work the management team is the best. The culture here is phenomenal and very consistent. No drama and everyone chips in to do their part and be part of the team! I am glad I made the decision to work here.

Cons

I have worked for many companies and cannot think of any negatives.

CRITICALSTART Response

2y

Thank you for sharing your positive experience at Critical Start! We’re thrilled to hear that you find our leadership team and workplace culture to be exceptional. It's fantastic to know that you appreciate the consistency and teamwork – we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive. We're grateful to have you as part of our team, and your feedback fuels our commitment to maintaining a positive workplace. If you ever have suggestions or feedback for improvement, we're always open to hearing them. We look forward to continued success together!

1.0

Nov 6, 2023

Childish Leadership

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Smart coworkers, cool building, Tech company feeling environment.

Cons

Leadership culture is toxic. Executive leaders are only interested in keeping costs down, and will do anything including threatening employees to do it. There is no chance for advancement or growth, There is a boys club at the top that protect their positions by preventing career growth at the bottom any way they can.

CRITICALSTART Response

2y

Thank you for sharing your candid feedback regarding your time at Critical Start. As the CEO, I approach the decision to terminate employment with deep consideration, fully aware of its significant impact on both careers and families. I'm genuinely saddened to learn about your disappointment and would welcome the opportunity to discuss this further should you wish to connect with me directly. I recognize the value of transparency and open communication in our commitments. Your insights are crucial as we continually strive to improve employee satisfaction and foster a culture of trust. It is regrettable that your experience with us did not align with your expectations. Please know that we are dedicated to creating a positive, inclusive workplace. Our ongoing commitment involves significant investment in our team's well-being, professional development, and skill enhancement. I sincerely wish you success and fulfillment in your future endeavors. Warm regards, Rob

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