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

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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 11, 2025

Great place to work

Sse- development

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Critical Start is one of the fastest-growing security engineering start-ups. It offers ample opportunities for individuals to grow their careers. The company drives career growth and development. It provides an excellent work-life balance. Employees are given opportunities to prove themselves and excel in their roles.

Cons

Havent seen as such any thing negative.

CRITICALSTART Response

1y

Thank you for your positive review! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve had such a great experience at Critical Start and that you value the opportunities for growth and work-life balance. We truly appreciate your dedication and are excited to continue supporting your career journey with us.

3.0

Jan 8, 2025

Best culture to work

Securityanalyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good company good culture good perks

Cons

micro management management in india office is not supportive

CRITICALSTART Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your feedback and for recognizing our culture, perks, and overall environment at Critical Start! We appreciate your honesty regarding areas for improvement, particularly around management practices. Your input helps us identify ways to better support our teams, and we’re committed to addressing these concerns to create an even better workplace for everyone. Please reach out to our People team if you're open to further discussing your feedback for improvement.

5.0

Jun 28, 2024

Innovative Culture and Supportive Management at CriticalStart

System admin

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

I've been working at CriticalStart for 7 months and have had a generally positive experience. The company culture is very supportive and encourages innovation. The management team is approachable and transparent, which fosters a great working environment.

Cons

There are occasional cultural challenges within the organization that impact teamwork and collaboration.

CRITICALSTART Response

2y

Thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear you value our supportive, innovative culture and transparent management. We acknowledge the occasional cultural challenges and are committed to improving teamwork and collaboration. Your insights are valuable as we continue to grow.

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