NetScout (NTCT) grants Chief Accounting Officer 10,000 restricted stock units

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Watt Eric Todd reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.

NetScout Systems Chief Accounting Officer Eric Todd Watt reported a compensation-related grant of 10,000 restricted stock units, each tied to one share of common stock. The units were awarded at no cash cost to him.

The restricted stock units vest in four equal annual installments, with the first installment vesting on June 19, 2027. Following this grant, Watt directly holds 21,250 units/underlying shares. This is not an open-market purchase or sale, but part of his equity-based compensation.

Insider Trade Summary

1 transaction reported

Mixed 1 txn

Insider Watt Eric Todd

Role Chief Accounting Officer

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Grant/Award	Restricted Stock Unit	10,000	$0.00	--

Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Unit — 21,250 shares (Direct, null)

Footnotes (1)

Price is N/A. The restricted stock units vest in four equal annual installments with the first installment vesting on June 19, 2027. Date is N/A.

Key Figures

RSUs granted: 10,000 units Underlying shares: 10,000 shares Post-transaction holdings: 21,250 units/shares +3 more

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RSUs granted 10,000 units Restricted stock units awarded to CAO on June 19, 2026

Underlying shares 10,000 shares Common stock underlying granted restricted stock units

Post-transaction holdings 21,250 units/shares Total held directly after the RSU grant

Vesting installments 4 annual installments Restricted stock units vest over four years

First vesting date June 19, 2027 Initial installment vesting date for RSUs

Grant price $0.00 per unit Price is noted as N/A in the filing

Key Terms

Restricted Stock Unit, Common Stock, Chief Accounting Officer, vesting

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Restricted Stock Unit financial

"security_title: "Restricted Stock Unit""

A restricted stock unit is a promise from a company to give an employee shares of stock after certain conditions are met, like staying with the company for a set amount of time. It’s like earning a bonus that turns into company stock once you’ve proven your commitment, making it a way to motivate and reward employees.

Common Stock financial

"underlying_security_title: "Common Stock""

Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.

Chief Accounting Officer financial

"officer_title: "Chief Accounting Officer""

A chief accounting officer is a senior executive responsible for overseeing a company's financial records and ensuring all accounting practices are accurate and compliant with regulations. They play a key role in preparing financial reports that help investors understand the company's financial health, much like a trusted navigator guiding a ship through complex waters. Their work ensures transparency and trust in the company's financial information.

vesting financial

"The restricted stock units vest in four equal annual installments"

Vesting is the process by which you earn full ownership of something, like company stock or a retirement benefit, over time. It’s like earning the right to keep a gift piece by piece the longer you stay with a company, making sure employees stay committed before they receive all the benefits.

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Available on EDGAR 06/25/2026 - 04:57 PM Accepted by SEC EDGAR 06/25/2026 - 04:56 PM

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Watt Eric Todd

(Last)

(First)

(Middle)

C/O NETSCOUT SYSTEMS, INC.

310 LITTLETON ROAD

(Street)

WESTFORD

MASSACHUSETTS

01886

(City)

(State)

(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
NETSCOUT SYSTEMS INC [ NTCT ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

	Director	10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)	Other (specify below)
	Chief Accounting Officer

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
06/19/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price		6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares	8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)		10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
Restricted Stock Unit	⁽¹⁾	06/19/2026		A		10,000		⁽²⁾	⁽³⁾	Common Stock	10,000	⁽¹⁾	21,250	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. Price is N/A.

2. The restricted stock units vest in four equal annual installments with the first installment vesting on June 19, 2027.

3. Date is N/A.

	/s/ Eric Watt	06/25/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What insider transaction did NetScout (NTCT) report for Eric Todd Watt?

NetScout reported a grant of 10,000 restricted stock units to Chief Accounting Officer Eric Todd Watt. These RSUs are equity compensation, not an open-market trade, and each unit represents one share of NetScout common stock when it ultimately vests.

How many NetScout restricted stock units were granted to the CAO?

Eric Todd Watt received 10,000 restricted stock units from NetScout Systems as a grant. Each unit is linked to one share of common stock, increasing his potential future equity exposure as the units vest over time, subject to the vesting schedule disclosed.

What is the vesting schedule for Eric Todd Watt’s NetScout RSUs?

The 10,000 restricted stock units vest in four equal annual installments. The first installment vests on June 19, 2027, with the remaining installments vesting in subsequent years, aligning long-term incentives with NetScout’s multi‑year performance and retention goals.

Did Eric Todd Watt buy or sell NetScout shares in this Form 4?

The Form 4 shows an acquisition through a grant of restricted stock units, not a market buy or sell. The transaction code is “A,” meaning grant or award, and the price is noted as not applicable because no cash changed hands for the units.

What are Eric Todd Watt’s NetScout holdings after this RSU grant?

After the grant, Eric Todd Watt directly holds 21,250 restricted stock units or underlying shares reported in the filing. This figure reflects his post‑transaction position from this specific Form 4 and highlights his ongoing equity stake tied to NetScout’s performance.