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With over 20 years of Protocol Analysis experience, packetguru.com was designed to provide forensic network analysis, and the equipment to do it, to companies who want to strengthen their security, resolve applications, performance or network issues, have access to their network packets, or need protocol analysis support.
Having access to the network packets you need to inspect your interesting traffic is critical. With so many possible network designs and heterogeneous networks, getting the visibility to the packets of data that need analysis is always one of the key factors in finding the interesting issues. From general network traffic analysis, specific traffic problem determination, or first responder tools for cybersecurity, Packet Guru can help.
If you need to get the interesting traffic, or need help designing a capture methodology, we can also help. Getting the right packets from the right places within the network is critical. As an authorized Profitap Reseller for North America, we can help you with design and configuration, and get you the equipment you need.
A little about Profitap®
Profitap manufactures all their own products in-house at their facility in France, and they’ve been in the business for over 30 years. Profitap also supports all their own devices in-house and are a Globally respected organization. They make TAPS, Packet Brokers, and capture/analysis/visibility sensors. Their sensor, the IOTA, won Best of Show at INTEROP.
Packet Guru® exclusively resells Profitap equipment to bring network visibility and analysis to customers in North America. As a Profitap partner and reseller, Packet Guru is your one-stop shop for network visibility products and protocol analysis services.
Meet our Team
Paula is driven by curiosity and a passion for understanding what happens behind the scenes. She studied Computer Science at the University of South Florida (Go Bulls! 🤘) and Systems Engineering at UniNorte, where she discovered her love for telecommunications and how networks connect the world.
That curiosity led her into packet analysis because every packet tells a story. Over the past few years, Paula has been exploring the world of network visibility, continuously learning and growing her expertise.
She’s known for her positive energy, attention to detail, and eagerness to learn something new every day. Paula is proud to be part of the Packet Guru team since 2025, shaping her path toward becoming a true Packet Guru herself.
After serving in the U.S. Navy as a Weapons Systems Specialist, working on advanced systems like ballistic computers and navigation technology, John transitioned into the I.T. world, helping government and private organizations manage and troubleshoot large networks with tens of thousands of users.
Since attending Sniffer University in 1999, John has become an expert in packet and protocol analysis, earning his Wireshark (WCNA) certification and sharing his knowledge as a guest speaker at Sharkfest.
Known for his approachable leadership style and unwavering commitment to excellence, John takes pride in delivering technical expertise with a personal touch. Whether he’s mentoring, collaborating with clients, or diving deep into a protocol trace, John’s goal is always the same to make every interaction a positive and productive one.