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

Dec 10, 2025

Empowering Place to Grow as a Cybersecurity Specialist

Cybersecurity specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Critical Start offers a strong culture centered around security excellence and continuous learning. The company invests in training, provides access to advanced tools, and encourages employees to expand their technical skill sets. Team collaboration is solid, and leadership is generally supportive and transparent.

Cons

Workload can fluctuate heavily depending on customer demands, sometimes leading to long or high-pressure days.

CRITICALSTART Response

7mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re glad to hear you feel supported in your growth through our focus on learning, collaboration, and transparency. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding workload fluctuations and will continue to evaluate communication, automation, and resourcing to better support our teams.

5.0

Dec 8, 2025

Supportive workplace with great Work Environment

Cyber security specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Supportive teammates who are willing to collaborate and share knowledge. Good work-life balance with flexibility in handling tasks. Opportunities to work with modern tools and improve technical skills. Stable organization with clear processes and structured workflows.

Cons

There are many opportunities available, and choosing the right ones sometimes requires careful prioritization.

CRITICALSTART Response

7mo

Thank you for sharing such thoughtful and positive feedback. We’re pleased to hear you value the collaborative culture, work-life balance, and opportunities for growth, and we appreciate your perspective on the importance of prioritization in a dynamic environment. Your encouragement regarding continued learning, communication, and employee support is well noted and appreciated. Thank you for being part of the Critical Crew!

5.0

Dec 3, 2025

Great Growing Company

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Generous PTO and a good number of bank holidays - Clear alignment of role with business priorities - Opportunities for growth - Great managers and peers - Love the transparency

Cons

RIFs have a way of disintegrating teams, and reducing overall drive.

CRITICALSTART Response

7mo

Thank you for sharing your experience and for the thoughtful feedback. We’re glad to hear that our PTO, growth opportunities, leadership, and transparency positively impacted your time here. We also recognize your concern about the effects of RIFs and understand how challenging that can be for teams. We remain committed to supporting our employees and fostering a strong, aligned culture.

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