About Plixer
Elevating IT Operations to ensure the power of the network
Today, the IT infrastructure is essential to all aspects of business operations for organizations and enterprises of all sizes, both large and small. Our ability to connect with customers, deliver products and services, collaborate across different business functions, drive innovation, and engage with the community heavily relies on the processes, applications, and practices supported by a wide array of connected components within a hybrid network environment. As the digital ecosystem becomes increasingly complex, it is crucial to ensure comprehensive visibility so that networks can meet expectations and support business success.
Plixer empowers network and cyber security professionals by ensuring deep observability into the state of the network. This includes understanding network traffic— where it’s going, why it’s traveling there, and identifying potential risks and areas of great concern— as well as offering controls to optimize a global ecosystem.
We expose every aspect of your network infrastructure and defend it too
See More in the Network
We make sure NOC and SOC teams have a central source of truth sourcing data from more places in the distributed IT network ecosystem than other tools
Know More about events and traffic
We bring deeper understanding of the network with performance AI and advanced analytics that surfaces insights from multiple vantage points concerning traffic flow, performance and attacks
Do more to optimize and secure the ecosystem
Our platform increases the value of existing IT investments and allows teams to forecast, predict, update and secure network more effectively with automation, integrations and controls
Our 25 Year History
Founded in 1999, contracting with organizations to uncover and resolve network problems
1999
Known as SPECTTRUTI, a network management and IT consulting firm. Organizations contracted us to solve critical network issues. Uptime and congestion were top concerns.
2001
Renamed “Somix Technologies”, introduced the first web-based Network Monitoring tool (WebNM), and sold commercial netops tools including Denika and Ostivity.
2004
Refocused the company to develop network, application, and desktop management solutions. Introduced trouble ticketing, security and policy management, PC inventory, reporting capabilities and more.
2005
Rebranded the company as “Plixer” and introduced Scrutinizer® for in-depth network traffic analysis and performance monitoring using net flow data and analytics.
2010
Increased Visibility
- Flow analytics
- Email data flow
2012
- Scrutinizer Appliance
- Replicator
- IPFIX
2024
Plixer One Platform
Observability & Defense
Get to know the Leadership at Plixer
A combination of experience, talent and vision to take us into the future.
Tom McNamara is the President and Chief Executive Officer at Plixer, as well as a member of the company’s Board of Directors. Since becoming CEO in 2023, he has led the transformation of Plixer from a network traffic analyzer company to a provider of network observability and defense solutions for network operations and security teams. Tom is driving Plixer on a strategic growth initiative to expand within existing accounts and raise the business in new markets in the US, APAC and Europe. His efforts is also reshaping the company’s culture into a high-performance, human-first organization, driven by the mission to “Elevate IT and the faces behind the network.” Prior to joining Plixer, McNamara was COO of Avetta, a leading provider of contractor risk management solutions with revenue above $225M annually. He was instrumental in guiding the organization through substantial revenue growth. He also held COO and CRO roles at Viewpoint, and Navex.
Tom McNamara
CEO Plixer
Paul Piccard is a seasoned cybersecurity engineering executive with over two decades of experience leading global teams in delivering cutting-edge software and services for consumer and enterprise markets. With a proven track record at industry-leading organizations such as McAfee, Webroot, and Internet Security Systems (ISS), Paul has been instrumental in designing award-winning security solutions that protect millions of users worldwide.
Paul is also a published author of several influential cybersecurity books, including IM and P2P in the Enterprise and Combating Spyware. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Fordham University and is passionate about fostering innovation and empowering teams to deliver impactful solutions. Today, Paul continues to drive advancements in AI-driven threat detection, cloud security, and automation, shaping the future of cybersecurity and safeguarding digital ecosystems worldwide.
Paul Piccard
CTO/SVP of Product
Will Dunlap is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Plixer where he has been responsible for managing financial strategy, operations and compliance since 2021. Dunlap’s expertise includes budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, and he has been instrumental in facilitating and guiding Plixer’s strategic growth. Prior to his role at Plixer, Will drove the financial health and strategic direction of Enviance Inc, through the successful sale of the business in 2020. Will also spent 6 years in public accounting as RSM US LLP. Will is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in California.
William Dunlap
CFO
Marc is a co-founder of Plixer and a key member of the leadership team. With over 25 years of experience in technology and network management, Marc has played an integral role in the growth and success of Plixer since 1999. While he served as the company’s CTO until its acquisition in 2018, his passion for the company’s mission has kept him deeply involved in shaping future of the company. Today, Marc works closely with engineering, operations, and sales teams, ensuring that strategic initiatives align with the company’s vision. Prior to co-founding Plixer, Marc honed his expertise at Cabletron Systems, where he held various roles focused on network technologies and network management. His commitment to innovation and leadership remains a driving force behind continued success for Plixer.
Marc Bilodeau
founder and VP of Customer Success
Battery is a global, technology-focused investment firm with offices in the U.S., Europe and Israel. The company strives to invest in cutting-edge, category-defining businesses in markets including software and services, web infrastructure, consumer Internet, mobile and industrial technologies. They have raised more than $13 billion since inception. Visit www.battery .com to learn more about Battery Ventures.
Who we serve
For 25 years Plixer has been addressing the concerns of organizations seeking to elevate IT, Network and security Operations and ensure the success of the business.
How Plixer can help you
With Plixer, CIOs, CISOs, IT leaders and practitioners gain confidence in IT Operations and maintaining a reliable, high-performing, and secure network infrastructure without blind spots, no matter where their business takes them.
Elevate the Network
across the ecosystem
Optimize IT investments,
existing tools & Technologies
Empower Operations
for IT, NetOps and SecOps