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Peraton

NY · On-site

Design, develop, and integrate advanced network telemetry detection mechanisms (e.g., deep packet inspection, NetFlow analysis, and sensors) to ensure comprehensive visibility across the enterprise ...

Red Cup IT

Senior Staff Security Engineer

$117K - $160K/yr

MITRE ATT&CK mapping. • Deep-packet inspection; BGP security; SD-WAN; SASE; Micro-segmentation. • Proficiency in Python, Terraform, or Ansible for infrastructure-as-code. Preferred : • CISSP ...

Everpure

Security Operations Engineer

Lehi, UT · On-site

Serve as the technical authority who can pivot from deep-packet inspection troubleshooting to delivering " Fix Impact Reports" for executive leadership, quantifying how remediation efforts have ...

Xlysi LLC

Vmware NSX Security Engineer | W2 Only.

Spring, TX · On-site

$46.25 - $57.75/hr

Incident Response Support: Assist security incident teams by performing deep-packet inspection| tracing network flows| and applying emergency isolation rules during an active breach. Technical ...

ConglomerateIT

Network Security Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$100K - $137K/yr

Experience with Deep Packet Inspection (DPI), intrusion detection/prevention systems, and malware protection tools * Experience with leading security vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto, Zscaler, or ...

Expression

SOC Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Perform network forensics and deep packet inspection to investigate intrusions. * Implement remediation strategies and support recovery activities after incidents. * Recommend process improvements ...

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How much do deep packet inspection jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for deep packet inspection in the United States is $19.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is deep packet inspection?

A Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) job involves analyzing network traffic at a granular level to identify, manage, and secure data packets based on their content. Professionals in this role work with network security tools, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems to monitor and control data flow. They help detect cyber threats, enforce network policies, and optimize traffic management. This job requires expertise in networking protocols, cybersecurity, and sometimes machine learning for threat analysis. DPI is widely used in industries like cybersecurity, telecom, and enterprise IT to enhance data security and regulatory compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in deep packet inspection?

To thrive in a Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) role, you generally need a solid background in network engineering or cybersecurity, with expertise in network protocols and packet analysis. Familiarity with DPI tools such as Wireshark, Suricata, Snort, and certifications like CISSP or CCNP Security are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills will help you excel in identifying and addressing network issues. These skills are crucial for ensuring secure, efficient network operations and for detecting and mitigating potential threats.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in deep packet inspection?

Professionals in Deep Packet Inspection roles often encounter challenges such as analyzing large volumes of network traffic in real-time, staying updated with rapidly evolving protocols, and balancing security needs with privacy considerations. DPI experts may need to troubleshoot encrypted or obfuscated traffic, which requires advanced technical knowledge and innovative problem-solving. Team collaboration with network engineers, security analysts, and IT departments is a regular part of the job, as DPI findings often inform broader security or network performance strategies. Overcoming these challenges is key to maintaining robust network security and operational efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Deep Packet Inspection job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,241 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

Network Performance Engineer, Netscout- Onsite

Greenwood Village, CO • On-site

Calance US
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Posted 15 days ago

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We are hiring Network Performance Engineer, Netscout- Onsite for a Contract position in Greenwood Village, CO
Network Performance Engineer, Netscout
"Onsite position in Greenwood Village, CO - W2 only"
Position Summary
Seeking an experienced Network Performance Engineer with deep expertise in Netscout technologies to join Denver-based infrastructure team. This role is critical to maintaining the health and performance of the enterprise network, supporting day-to-day infrastructure operations, and designing and implementing advanced dashboards that provide real-time visibility into network performance. The ideal candidate brings hands-on Netscout experience, a strong foundation in network engineering, and a knack for translating data into actionable visual insights.
Key Responsibilities
Network Infrastructure Support
Monitor, support, and troubleshoot the client's enterprise network infrastructure using Netscout nGeniusONE and InfiniStream platforms
Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for Netscout tools, providing Tier 2/3 support for network performance incidents
Identify and resolve network anomalies, packet loss, latency, and application performance degradation
Collaborate with NOC, network engineering, and applications teams to correlate performance data and drive root-cause analysis
Maintain and optimize Netscout probe and InfiniStream appliance deployments across key network segments
Support change management activities, ensuring network changes are validated with pre/post performance comparisons Dashboard Design & Implementation
Design, build, and maintain real-time performance dashboards within nGeniusONE and other visualization platforms (e.g., Grafana, Splunk, or similar)
Translate network KPIs and SLA metrics into intuitive, executive-ready dashboards for IT leadership and operations teams
Develop custom views, reports, and alerts that enable proactive identification of performance trends and capacity issues
Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and iterate dashboard designs based on operational feedback
Document dashboard standards, data sources, and refresh processes for ongoing maintainability General Engineering Responsibilities
Participate in capacity planning and performance baselining efforts
Contribute to network architecture discussions, providing performance data to support infrastructure investment decisions
Author and maintain runbooks, SOPs, and technical documentation
Support on-call rotation and participate in major incident response as needed
Required Qualifications
3+ years of hands-on experience with Netscout platforms (nGeniusONE, InfiniStream, nGenius Pulse, or ASI)
Strong working knowledge of network protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, QoS, VLANs
Experience with packet capture analysis and deep packet inspection (DPI) tools
Demonstrated ability to design and implement network performance dashboards
Proficiency troubleshooting Layer 2 7 network issues in large enterprise or service provider environments
Experience with SNMP, NetFlow/IPFIX, and syslog integration for monitoring and alerting
Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to present technical findings to non-technical audiences
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with additional monitoring tools: SolarWinds, ThousandEyes, Grafana, or AppDynamics
Scripting/automation skills (Python, Ansible, or Bash) to enhance monitoring workflows
Cisco CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent industry certification
Experience with SD-WAN, cloud networking (AWS/Azure), or hybrid network environments
Knowledge of ITSM platforms (ServiceNow) and ITIL processes
Estimated Pay Range: 45-63/hr