Coalfire reviews

3.6

58% would recommend to a friend

(411 total reviews)

Brad Little

66% approve of CEO

43% positive business outlook

Coalfire has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 411 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Coalfire employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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411 reviews
4.0
Jun 21, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

managers care workload is manageable growth opportunity

Cons

rushed deadlines remote work comes without the social factor

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Coalfire Response
2y
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you appreciate our supportive management, manageable workload, and growth opportunities. We understand the challenges of deadlines and the social aspects of remote work. We’re always looking at ways to improve these areas. Please provide input to your manage or other leaders. Thanks for being part of Coalfire!
5.0
Jun 20, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Supportive Culture: Teammates, peers, and colleagues are always ready and willing to support one another, whether it’s on customer engagements, special projects, thought leadership initiatives, or community charitable events. Career Growth: Leadership is ready to invest in your future if you take a thoughtful approach. Hard work and results are often rewarded. My career path, from a director to Chief of Staff, is a testament to the growth opportunities here. Continuous Learning: There’s no shortage of opportunities to grow as a professional. Through good and bad, wins and losses, learning is a constant, making every experience valuable. Unique Culture: Coalfire’s people share a common desire to delight customers and take care of one another. We embrace our imperfections and see them as opportunities for improvement. Work-Life Balance: The flexibility to build my schedule around personal priorities, as long as I deliver results, allows me to balance work with taking care of myself and my family.

Cons

Self-Driven Growth: While leadership is supportive, career advancement often rests on the individual's shoulders. It requires a self-driven, proactive approach to make the most of the opportunities available. Challenges and Changes: The company has faced various challenges over the years (our founder and CEO died, COVID, market shifts). While we've always found a way to succeed together, navigating these changes can sometimes be difficult.

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Coalfire Response
2y
Thank you for your thoughtful review and for highlighting both the positives and areas for improvement at Coalfire. We’re delighted you find our culture collaborative and supportive. Creating an environment where everyone can rely on and uplift each other is at the heart of Coalfire. We’re happy to hear that our flexible approach has helped you balance work and personal life. This flexibility is essential to our team’s well-being and success. We recognize that career growth here can require a proactive approach. We're committed to providing the resources and support to help you navigate and achieve your career goals. Also, we do hear you and understand the many changes -- including COVID, can impact many areas. Improving communication during times of change is a priority. We aim to keep everyone well-informed and supported. Thank you again for being an integral part of Coalfire. Your feedback helps us grow and enhance our workplace.
5.0
Jun 17, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

There are some great minds in security here - attack, defense and compliance. Whatever aspect of security you are into, you will find yourself in good company.

Cons

I have a suspicion that some lines of business are working on similar problems but sometimes miss opportunities to collaborate with each other. It is nothing awful, we have plenty of communication tools and everyone is helpful but sometimes it is a matter of asking the right resource. Or maybe as security minded people we do not necessarily (or cannot) speak about what we are working on. Probably the latter.

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Coalfire Response
2y
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're glad to hear you appreciate the talented and knowledgeable team we have at Coalfire across various aspects of security. It's encouraging to know that you find yourself in good company here. We recognize the need for even better collaboration across different lines of business. While it's true that security work can sometimes require discretion, we're always looking for ways to enhance our internal communication and ensure that opportunities for collaboration aren't missed. Your insights are invaluable as we strive to bridge these gaps. We also appreciate your positive feedback about our leadership team's transparency and market expertise. Your encouragement to "keep the course" means a lot as we continue to grow and evolve.
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