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Quest Software builds the foundation for enterprise AI with solutions in data governance, cybersecurity, and platform modernization. More than 45,000 companies — including 90% of the Fortune 500 — trust Quest to solve their most critical IT challenges. From securing identities and modernizing platforms to preparing data for AI, we help enterprises unlock their full potential. read more
EMPLOYEE
PARTICIPANTS
104
TOTAL
RATINGS
967

Quest Software Company Culture

Quest Software Culture

This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews
3.2/5
Quest Software's Overall Culture is rated C

Top Rated Culture Dimensions

Quest Software CEO

Bottom 10%Bottom 10% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Tim Page Quest Software's CEO
Tim Page
51 /100

Diversity at Quest Software

Bottom 35%Bottom 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C-

Diverse employees at Quest Software have rated Perks And Benefits, Team, and Meetings as the highest categories they have scored

Women at Quest Software

Top 50%Top 50% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C+

Women at Quest Software have rated Perks And Benefits, Team, and Meetings as the highest categories they have scored

Quest Software eNPS

Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"
Bottom 30%Bottom 30% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably

Recommend to a Friend?

-28

Quest Software employees are -28% more likely to recommend Quest Software as a great place to work

28%Promoters
16%Passives
56%Detractors

Working at Quest Software

Working at Quest Software is rated below average by 104 employees, across various culture dimensions. Quest Software employees rate Team highest among all categories, and think that CEO Rating and Office Culture have the most room for improvement, putting Quest Software’s culture in the Bottom 40% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 30% compared to other companies in Los Angeles. See below in detail how working at Quest Software was rated by employees.

Overall Company Culture at Quest Software

C

Overall Company Culture at Quest Software is rated C

Last updated months ago

Bottom
40%

Quest Software ranks in the Bottom 40% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score

Overall Company Culture Score by Department

This graph details how each department scores their Overall Company Culture

Results from 104 Employees

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20
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Sales
67
Sales67
Product
55
Product55
Engineering
26
Engineering26

Quest Software Employee Reviews

Out of 75 Quest Software employee reviews, 74% were positive. The remaining 26% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Quest Software improve their work culture.

74%
26%
Positive Reviews74%
Constructive Feedback26%

Positive Reviews From Quest Software Employees

  • What did you like most about the interview process?
    Transparency about the job nature
  • What makes you most happy at work?
    Achievement indirectly contributes to company's success
  • What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?
    Open communication and willing to embrace change

Constructive Feedback From Quest Software Employees

  • What does the leadership team need to get better at?
    Understanding the human element, not just the numbers.
  • What needs to change to make the company culture better?
    Management should listen to employees. Employees are undervalued.
  • What needs to change to make the company culture better?
    Look for good people managers with an open mindset. Some of the middle management haven't changed since years. Take a look on fluctuation and consider where to place new management.

Quest Software Company Information

Quest Software Company Overview

Quest Software builds the foundation for enterprise AI with solutions in data governance, cybersecurity, and platform modernization. More than 45,000 companies — including 90% of the Fortune 500 — trust Quest to solve their most critical IT challenges. From securing identities and modernizing platforms to preparing data for AI, we help enterprises unlock their full potential.

Quest Software was founded in 1987 and its current CEO is Tim Page. Since its inception 39 years ago, Quest Software has grown to 2900 employees.

Quest Software Mission, Vision & Values

Quest Software Mission Statement

Our purpose, vision, philosophy and values form the foundation of Quest. Purpose: We solve complex problems with simple software solutions Philosophy: We provide great products, backed by great service and we make it simple to do business with us. Vision: We deliver technology that eliminates the need to choose between efficiency and effectiveness

Quest Software Vision Statement

We deliver technology that eliminates the need to choose between efficiency and effectiveness

Quest Software Values

  • Take Ownership
  • Embrace Change
  • Commit to Team Success
  • Be Solution and Action Oriented
  • Drive Innovation
  • Communicate Openly, Honestly and Constructively
Headquarter20 Enterprise, Suite 100
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
United States of America
Websitewww.quest.com/
Founding Date1987
Tel(949) 754-8000
Company StatusPrivate
Jobswww.quest.com/company/careers.aspx
Social Sites

Quest Software Competitors

Quest Software competitors include Google, Tableau Software, Microsoft, and Symantec. Quest Software ranks 5th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Quest Software compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.

  1. #1
    Google's Logo
    Google
    4.6/5
  2. #2
    Tableau Software's Logo
    Tableau Software
    4.3/5
  3. #3
    Microsoft's Logo
    Microsoft
    4.5/5
  4. #4
    Symantec's Logo
    Symantec
    3.2/5
  5. #5
    Quest Software's Logo
    Quest Software
    3.2/5
  • Hear from three Quest employees in the sales organization about why they love working for Quest.
  • We promote from within, helping you to grow your career with Quest, whether you’re an individual contributor or people manager. Visit Quest.com/Careers to learn more!
  • Join a fantastic team -- learn firsthand from team member Viv O'Brien!
  • President's Club 2023
  • The Quest and One Identity office in Austin, Texas
  • Promoting from within is something we pride ourselves on. If you’re looking to join a supportive team where growth opportunities are always encouraged, join us and grow your career at Quest!
  • When your coworkers feel like family, it never feels like work! Our family is growing, join us!

Quest Software Employees

Quest Software has 2900 employees. 104 employees at Quest Software have reviewed Quest Software across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.

Overall, the 104 Quest Software employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 20% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.

Employees at Quest Software are generally satisfied with their total compensation at Quest Software, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.

Overall, employees at Quest Software are pleased with their team. 104 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B+. The majority believe the meetings at Quest Software are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.

The majority of employees at Quest Software believe the environment at Quest Software is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Quest Software is comfortably fast. About 63% of the employees at Quest Software work 8 hours or less.

Overall, the employees at Quest Software are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.

A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Quest Software employees generally work 8.8 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Quest Software report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
88% of Quest Software employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Quest Software employees never get valuable feedback on how to improve at work
Feedback
A Day in the Life
70% of Quest Software employees call their work environment positive
Environment

Joining Quest Software - Employee Onboarding

The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Quest Software is that the company was very prepared on their first day. Quest Software employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was negative. 100% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.

Quest Software KPIs and OKRs

Employees’ understanding of Quest Software's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 4 Quest Software employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.

AnswerPercent
Yes25%
No75%
Are your company's goals clear, and are you invested in them?
AnswerPercent
Yes0%
No100%
Are the KPIs/OKRs for your department clear?

Quest Software CEO & Leadership

Quest Software CEO - Tim Page

Tim Page Quest Software's CEO
51 /100

Quest Software’s CEO Tim Page started in this role in 2025. Tim’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Tim in the Bottom 10% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 5% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Los Angeles. Tim Page’s employees rank Quest Software in the Top 20% for Team, in the Top 25% for Meetings, and in the Top 30% for Perks And Benefits. Page is generally unpopular with Quest Software employees, but ranks especially low with employees in the Engineering department, and by employees identified with Other ethnicities and Male employees. However, Hispanic or Latino employees have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO. When compared to Quest Software’s competitors, Tim Page ranks below Symantec CEO Greg Clark.

Quest Software Leadership

The Quest Software Executive Team is rated a “C-” and led by CEO Tim Page, Chief Human Resources Officer - HR/Communications/Facilities and Real Estate LuAnn Johnson, and Chief Executive Officer Tim Page

  • Tim Page  CEO / President

    Tim Page CEO / President

    Tim Page serves as the CEO / President of Quest Software.

  • LuAnn Johnson Chief Human Resources Officer - HR/Communications/Facilities and Real Estate

    LuAnn Johnson serves as the Chief HR Officer HR/Communications/Facilities and Real Estate of Quest Software. LuAnn... read more

  • Tim Page Chief Executive Officer

    Tim Page serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Quest Software.

  • Todd Hanna Chief Legal Officer

    Todd Hanna serves as the Chief Legal Officer of Quest Software.

  • Heath Thompson President, Chief Product Officer

    Heath Thompson serves as the President, Chief Product Officer of Quest Software.

  • John Hernandez President, Chief Customer Officer

    John Hernandez serves as the President, Chief Customer Officer of Quest Software.

  • Tod Weber President & General Manager, Quest Software Public Sector

    Tod Weber serves as the President & General Manager, Quest Software Public Sector of Quest Software.

  • Greg Sarich Chief Information Officer

    Greg Sarich serves as the Chief Information Officer of Quest Software.

  • Ashish Joshi President, Chief Financial Officer

    Ashish Joshi serves as the President, Chief Financial Officer of Quest Software.

Quest Software Salaries

How much does Quest Software pay?

How much do people at Quest Software get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Quest Software is $105,517, or $50 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $108,122, or $51 per hour.

At Quest Software, the highest paid job is a Sales Rep at $210,000 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $48,914 annually. Average Quest Software salaries by department include: IT at $102,696, Product at $159,696, Customer Support at $64,476, and Design at $120,766. Half of Quest Software salaries are above $108,122.

45 employees at Quest Software rank their Compensation in the Top 35% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 139 ratings) while 45 employees at Quest Software rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 30% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 49 ratings).

Salaries contributed from Quest Software employees include job titles like Group Engineering Manager, Principal Engineer, Senior Developer, and Product Manager. Comparably data has a total of 7 salary records from Quest Software employees.

Last updated months ago.

1st Percentile
$68k
$68k1st Percentile
17th Percentile
$87k
$87k17th Percentile
33rd Percentile
$105k
$105k33rd Percentile
50th Percentile
$163k
$163k50th Percentile
67th Percentile
$223k
$223k67th Percentile
83rd Percentile
$232k
$232k83rd Percentile
100th Percentile
$283k
$283k100th Percentile
$105,517*
Average Compensation
$108,122*
Median Compensation

* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.

Quest Software Salaries by City

Quest Software Salaries by Department

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Diversity & Inclusion at Quest Software

Diverse employees at Quest Software score the company 63/100 across various culture categories, placing Quest Software in the Bottom 35% of companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Quest Software across various culture dimensions.

With employees in 39 countries, Quest strives for realizing equality and inclusion to reflect the global landscape in which we all work and live. The Quest Equality & Inclusion Council and our Employee Resource Groups exist to cultivate a culture of belonging.

Ranked Culture the Highest

Women 62/100
Tenure - 5 to 10 Years
Men 62/100
Department - Sales
Diverse Employees N/A/100

Ranked Culture the Lowest

Women N/A/100
Men 25/100
Department - Engineering
Diverse Employees N/A/100

Quest Software Perks & Benefits

Why Quest At Quest, your work makes an impact. You’ll help organizations get AI-ready while building your career with a global team of innovators. We offer: • Competitive pay, annual bonuses, and top-performer recognition. • Comprehensive health, family, and retirement benefits. • Flexible work options, generous PTO, and wellness programs. • Professional growth through learning platforms, mentorship, and leadership programs. • Inclusive teams that reflect the world we serve, supported by Employee Resource Groups and our Equality & Inclusion Council.

Health & Wellness

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

  • PTO / Vacation Policy
  • Paid Holidays
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave

Financial Benefits

  • 401K / Retirement Plan
  • Performance Bonus

Office Perks

  • Legal Assistance
  • Work From Home Policy
  • Unique Office Space

Quest Software PTO

Quest Software's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. Paid Time Off is Quest Software's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 100% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Quest Software's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1500 - $2500 cash value per month.

AnswerPercent
Flex Time0%
Vacation Policy100%
Office Meals0%
401k Contribution0%
Childcare0%
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
AnswerPercent
Yes0%
No0%
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
AnswerPercent
$2500+/mo0%
$1500 - $2500/mo34%
$1000 -$1500/mo0%
$500 -$1000/mo33%
Less than $500/mo33%
What do you estimate the cash value of your benefits to be? Healthcare, PTO, etc?

Quest Software Careers

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H1B Visa

In 2019, Quest Software applied for 7 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 86% were approved.

An in-depth look at ‘Certified-withdrawn’ H1B applications at Quest Software unveil that one approved work permit application was withdrawn before the employee’s start date.

Work Permit Application Outcome

Quest Software has a total of 2900 employees

7
Total Applied
  • 86% Granted (6 out of 7)
  • 0% Denied ( out of 7)
  • 14% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection (1 out of 7)
  • 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 7)

This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data

Let Quest Software Know You Want To Work There

Overview of Candidates Interested in Quest Software on Comparably

Candidates By Department

IT
29%
Engineering
14%
Finance
14%
Operations
14%
All Industries
14%
Other
14%

Candidates By Location

Los Angeles
29%
Grand Rapids
14%
Ann Arbor
14%
Payson
14%
Washington
14%
Other
14%

Frequently Asked Questions regarding Quest Software

What is Quest Software address?

Quest Software location is at 20 Enterprise, Suite 100

Who is the CEO of Quest Software?

Quest Software CEO is Tim Page, their score by employees is 51

What is Quest Software eNPS?

The eNPS for Quest Software is -28

What is the salary for Technical Support in Quest Software?

Technical Support average salary in the US is 93k

What are the salaries in the Operations in Quest Software?

The average salaries for Operations in Quest Software is 102k

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