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)); "Fun fast environment with great leadership" ((in 15 reviews)); "Good Work/Life Balance" ((in 12 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?

"Some processes can be more structured, and communication can be improved for better clarity in requirements and planning." ((in 4 reviews)); "Pay could be better for the breadth of knowledge and throughput capacity expected." ((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

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

4.0

Feb 3, 2025

Short experience review

Front end developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexibility in working hours, diverse team members, well-organized teams

Cons

If you are a remote developer, it might be hard for you to stay for a long time

CRITICALSTART Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you appreciated the flexibility, diverse teams, and well-organized structure. We understand that remote work can come with challenges, and we're continuously looking for ways to enhance the experience for all employees. Your insights are valuable, and we appreciate your time with us!

5.0

Jan 28, 2025

Good Place to work

Vulnerability management engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent work culture with opportunities to grow professionally. Management values employee input and fosters collaboration. Work-life balance is good, and there are many learning resources available.

Cons

Nothing is there which is bad

CRITICALSTART Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you appreciate the work culture, growth opportunities, and support from management. It's great to know that our commitment to collaboration and work-life balance is making a positive impact. We truly value your contributions and look forward to continuing to support your professional growth at Critical Start!

5.0

Jan 14, 2025

flexibility and healthy environment

Sse- development

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Supportive Team Environment: The team is collaborative and always willing to help, making it a great place to grow professionally. Flexible Work Hours: CRITICALSTART offers flexible working hours, allowing for a better work-life balance. Opportunities for Learning: There are plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and technologies, which helps in career advancement. Health and Wellness Focus: The company promotes a healthy work environment with wellness programs and initiatives. Great Leadership: The management team is approachable and supportive, fostering a positive and transparent work culture.

Cons

Challenging Workload: The fast-paced environment can be demanding, but it provides great learning experiences and keeps things exciting. Growth Opportunities: Career progression can be more defined, but the company is growing, which could open up more paths for advancement soon. Communication Improvements: Cross-team communication could be smoother, though efforts are being made to improve collaboration. High Standards: Expectations are high, which can be intense at times, but it pushes you to deliver your best work and grow professionally. Adapting to Fast Growth: Rapid company growth sometimes leads to growing pains, but it also brings more opportunities for innovation and responsibility.

CRITICALSTART Response

1y

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you appreciate the supportive team environment, flexibility, and focus on health and wellness. We also recognize the challenges of a fast-paced workload and evolving growth, and we're actively working on improving communication and career progression opportunities. Your input is invaluable as we continue to grow and enhance the employee experience. Thank you for being a part of the Critical Crew!

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