Great startup under tremendous stress since its acquisition - Anonymous employee KnowBe4 Employee Review

3.0
Oct 31, 2024
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Great product that helps many companies in the industry with their cybersecurity. They host a company-wide briefing every morning. Has some very friendly and talented people working there.

Cons

The company took a couple turns during its IPO and acquisition, lots of changes to the Product, Revenue and Marketing sectors were revamped in terms of staff, management and direction. Bonuses have been cut 75% or more. Culture is a lot more divisive, and departments have siloed a lot since WFH became more common.

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KnowBe4 Response
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Hello. We are working on updating the compensation structure based on employee feedback. With new ownership as well as being in the cybersecurity industry, change is inevitable. Monthly bonuses are currently on track for the same range as last year so there has not been a 75% reduction. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors.

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