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LookingGlass Cyber Solutions

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let down, burned out; good potential but needs work - Anonymous employee LookingGlass Cyber Solutions Employee Review

3.0
12 May 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

There are really great teams of people doing amazing things for the company. Threat research is an awesome team and is contributing some really cool stuff to Lookgingglass and industry. Sales is high energy and passionate about what they're selling. The CEO Chris Coleman is a great guy and I think he's the perfect person to lead the company. On the engineering side there are some really bright and amazing folks trying to do great work. Lots of free snacks, happy hour events, and sporadic grilling on the deck. Flexible work hours/schedule with good PTO/sick policy. Huge opportunities to learn and grow as long as you can also perform as well.

Cons

Apart from the previous reviews which obviously came from management? Engineering is in a bad state. The talent and culture are mismanaged. I think the leaders mean well, but instead of fostering a great culture that will grow they've instead created an environment that burns you out and leaves you feeling like you didn't accomplish anything. A good summarization for how the engineering team works is crisis led development. Rather than actually figuring out what can and should be accomplished, tasks are thrown at folks piecemeal; it'd be nice if we had leaders that stuck to the agile process. Another problem is people that are not cultural fits are hired and/or kept around. There have been instances of engineers that are problematic and nothing was done to remedy the situation. Again it points to the desperation to keep people regardless of how much harm they cause. Hopefully with the recent addition of a VP of engineering there will be changes that make this review irrelevant (hopefully).

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5.0
9 Oct 2024
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Pros

Innovative Technology: LookingGlass is at the forefront of cybersecurity, offering cutting-edge threat intelligence and network security solutions. The technology stack is impressive, and the company is committed to staying ahead of emerging threats. Collaborative Environment: The work culture is highly collaborative, with open communication and support from leadership. Colleagues are always willing to help, and team collaboration is encouraged across departments. Growth Opportunities: There are plenty of opportunities for professional development and career growth. The leadership team invests in training, certifications, and knowledge-sharing sessions to keep employees up to date with the latest trends and tools. Work-Life Balance: Flexible work hours and remote working options allow for a great balance between personal life and work responsibilities.

Cons

Complex Product Suite: The range of products can be overwhelming for new hires, requiring steep learning curves in the first few months.

4.0
11 Jun 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Low pressure and easy entry into the SOC

Cons

Pay was low and only part-time work was available

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