Does Cherokee Federal pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Cherokee Federal employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Cherokee Federal. This rating has decreased by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Cherokee Federal?

39% of Cherokee Federal employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Cherokee Federal 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Cherokee Federal?

Program Manager (7) , Analyst (5) , Consultant (4) , Data Entry Clerk (4) , Project Manager (4) , Counterintelligence Analyst (3) , Internship (3) , Order Filler (3) , Account Executive (2) , Administrative Assistant (2) , Case Manager (2) , Cyber Security (2) , FOIA Analyst (2) , Financial Analyst (2) , Human Resources Specialist (2)

What are the pros of working at Cherokee Federal according to real employee reviews?

"Very few: the pay was good but don't expect much in the ways of raises regardless of work volume" ((in 20 reviews)); "Benefits are great." ((in 18 reviews)); "Great people with lots of enthusiasm and willingness to all work hard together." ((in 12 reviews)); "Good pay for easy work, accumulated PTO, retention bonuses, on site cafeteria and store" ((in 7 reviews)); "Good salaries for working overseas." ((in 6 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Cherokee Federal according to real employee reviews?

"Horrible and inadequate leadership." ((in 10 reviews)); "Management is always afraid of management at HQ in Tulsa" ((in 7 reviews)); "term and some have established a bully culture to newer employees." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Cherokee Federal layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Cherokee Federal layoffs and their outlook for job security at Cherokee Federal in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Cherokee Federal locations?

Tulsa , Washington , San Antonio , McLean , Kansas City , San Diego , Arlington , Pryor , Houston , Pomona , Las Vegas , Falls Church , Quantico , Oklahoma City , Fort Bragg , Lafayette , Frederick , Silver Spring , Atlanta , Lakewood , Fort Meade , Tysons Corner , Hill AFB , Norfolk , Suffolk , Yorktown , Alexandria , Fairfax , Louisiana , Lees Summit

Cherokee Federal reviews

3.0

39% would recommend to a friend

(183 total reviews)

Chuck Garrett

3% approve of CEO

44% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (183 reviews)

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Cherokee Federal has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 183 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Cherokee Federal employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Government & Public Administration industry (3.6 stars).

Reviews by job title

183 reviews

2.0

Feb 4, 2026

It is what it is

Corporate recruiter

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good employees, decent pay, and benefits

Cons

terrible CEO, and Execs. Always more and more work, do more with less.

3.0

Jan 6, 2026

In it for the benefits

Senior consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- great compensation and benefits - covers training or certifications up to $1k/year - flexible - learn new skills

Cons

- support really depends on which manager you get - most of the work is self-led with very little support or structure - title promotions do not come with additional compensation - despite being part of a larger company, there are very few policies and procedures - there is zero communication from upper management when contracts are being reviewed

1.0

Dec 10, 2025

Stay away

Cyber security

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

This company has had a lot of work with various agencies so great exposure

Cons

Just a terribly ran company. HR is unresponsive and they do not do a great job of keeping track with onboarding. Also company does not keep word as they backtracked on promised bonuses for exceptional work during the summer. They will let things burn and when the contract ends they will leave you out to dry. Avoid at all costs or work to find another more ethical company

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