RSA Security reviews

3.8

75% would recommend to a friend

(147 total reviews)

Greg Nelson

99% approve of CEO

64% positive business outlook

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5.0
Apr 16, 2015
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Pros

I have worked for a few different companies, some of which emphasize a certain culture and others that do not. At times that culture was forced and felt inauthentic and manufactured, something which quickly washes over you before wearing away. The reality within the sales team at RSA is that the culture is real and the feeling is shared and sincere. We enjoy working together, collaborating together, laughing and joking together, and really getting to know those on the team. Coming to work is not a drag and is never dull because everyone on the sales team genuinely wants to be here. Few companies allow so much exposure for younger, up and coming employees to learn from managers who in many cases have been working within the IT and cyber security industry for decades. In my travels there can be a definite lack of humility and holier-than-thou attitude espoused by management but that is simply not the case here. Whether approaching your direct manager or another manager on the team, you are going to receive assistance and guidance. Do not be scared off if you do not have a background in sales, cyber security, or both. Everything is gleaned from the onboarding process but your training will not end there. There is a constant emphasis on learning and growth through various training programs and other exercises geared toward development. If you are competent, driven, and want to make a difference in the cyber security world, this is the place for you. Finally, most people get into sales for the money. The compensation here is great and if you exceed your quota, a very attainable proposition, the compensation can become exceptional. This coupled with semiannual reviews means you can very quickly exceed even your starting salary.

Cons

At times the facilities can feel a bit outdated but there has been a renewed focus and energy toward making those improvements to the buildings and the grounds.

3.0
Mar 2, 2015
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Pros

Good long-time employees, bonuses and ESPP are very nice. Major benefit is the career development path for individual technical contributors. You can basically have the same level as a Director or Senior Director by making major individual contributions.

Cons

The division is essentially divided into identity (SecurID group in Massachusetts) and network (NetWitness group in Virginia). SecurID is starved for resources despite profitability.

2.0
Jan 16, 2015

Quarter-to-quarter management

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Flexible working schedules. No problem working from home. Compensation about average. Salary is divided between base and bonus. Some managers think the bonus is automatic and some don't. Company says it is not automatic.

Cons

Any long term plan is abandoned at first sign of difficulty. EMC (parent company) seems to manage resources (i.e., people) on a quarter-to-quarter basis: layoffs are frequent. Lots of management politics. New products are not bringing in the revenue of the old standby - SecurID - and even that product in bringing in less and less. Always lots of talk of EMC selling RSA.

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