CRITICALSTART reviews

4.5

91% would recommend to a friend

(156 total reviews)
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Scott White

99% approve of CEO

91% positive business outlook

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
Mar 26, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good learning opportunities in cybersecurity Supportive and helpful team members Exposure to real-world security incidents Opportunity to grow skills and gain experience Collaborative work environment

Cons

Communication can sometimes be slow Coordination between teams could improve Workload may be uneven at times Some processes can be more efficient

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CRITICALSTART Response
3mo
We're thrilled to hear that the hands-on exposure to real-world security work and the collaborative team environment have supported your growth. Your feedback on communication, cross-team coordination, and workload balance is genuinely appreciated and reflects areas we're actively working to improve. Thank you for being such a dedicated part of the Critical Crew!
5.0
Mar 5, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Work life balance Collaborative and Innovative work culture

Cons

Nothing, everything is good here

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CRITICALSTART Response
4mo
Thank you for sharing your experience and for being part of the Critical Crew! We're glad to hear you’re enjoying the work-life balance and collaborative culture. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we appreciate you taking the time to share it. We’re committed to continuing to create a positive experience for our team members.
3.0
Jan 24, 2026

Year completion Review

Recommend
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Pros

It is a great place to work, offering a flexible work policy that allows employees to work both remotely and from the office, helping to maintain a healthy work–life balance. The company also provides non-CTC benefits that support employees beyond compensation and contribute positively to their overall well-being and professional growth.

Cons

The main drawback of the company, is the mid-level management at the Pune office. Managers are often unfair and biased, providing support only to their preferred employees. Even when concerns about partiality are raised and clearly explained, management tends to label the individual as less productive or at fault. Overall, there is a lack of openness to feedback, and favouritism is common. Additionally, management does not encourage employees to grow beyond them in skill level; those who demonstrate higher capability are often discouraged, blocked, or turned down.

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CRITICALSTART Response
5mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We truly value employees who take the time to express their experiences, as it helps us continue strengthening our workplace. At Critical Start, we believe strongly that employees enable each other; collaboration, mutual respect, and shared accountability. We are proud to foster a flexible environment and benefits structure that supports employee well-being while also maintaining a high-performance culture where meaningful contributions and productivity are recognized and valued. We understand that experiences with managers and growth opportunities can sometimes feel different from person to person. Our expectation across the organization is that leaders act with fairness, transparency, and objectivity while supporting team members in developing their skills and advancing based on demonstrated performance, ownership, and impact. We also recognize that growth requires active engagement from both employees and managers, and we continuously work to strengthen that partnership. We encourage open dialogue and provide multiple internal channels including HR, Skip-level discussions, and Engagement forums where employees can safely raise concerns, seek clarity, and receive support. Constructive feedback will help us improve leadership capability and ensure a positive, performance-oriented environment for everyone. We appreciate your perspective and remain committed to building a culture where people support each other, grow together, and succeed through collaboration and accountability.
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