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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Perimeter Design Engineer - **Company:** GDH Consulting - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $120,640.0 - $124,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Network Address Translation, Internetworking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Routing, Network Segmentation, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Wide Area Networks, Network Routing, Load Balancing, System Availability, Templating, Check Point Firewalls, Fortinet, Firewall Services Module, Network Server - **Published:** August 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://gdhinc.com/jobs/aws-cloud-architect-113267/ ## About the Role * Deep expertise with Fortinet security platforms including FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, SD-WAN, high availability architectures, and Security Fabric. * Advanced knowledge of Check Point firewall technologies such as Security Gateways, SmartConsole, Management Servers, ClusterXL, VPN, NAT, and policy design. * Strong understanding of enterprise DMZ architectures, perimeter security design principles, and TCP/IP networking fundamentals including routing protocols (OSPF, BGP). * Experience designing secure segmentation and micro-segmentation solutions. * Proven ability to translate complex technical requirements into scalable, operationally efficient solutions. * Excellent communication skills for technical discussions, architecture reviews, and stakeholder engagement. * Experience with network routing, switching, load balancing, and UNIX/Linux administration. * Relevant certifications: Fortinet (FCP, FCSS, FCX, NSE 4-8). * Check Point certifications (CCSA, CCSE, CCSM) are a plus. * Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture principles and automation tools such as Python and Ansible preferred. * Minimum of three (3) years' experience in network and security engineering roles, with significant exposure to internetworking technologies. * Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in cybersecurity, IT, or related field. * Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. ## Description A highly experienced Perimeter Design Engineer is sought to support enterprise cybersecurity initiatives through advanced design, engineering, and governance of perimeter security solutions. This senior-level role involves developing scalable, secure, and resilient firewall architectures and leading technical projects focused on modernization, network segmentation, and security infrastructure. The engineer will serve as a technical leader, ensuring solutions meet security standards, operational efficiency, and business objectives across the organization., * Develop comprehensive High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation for perimeter security firewall solutions. * Define and establish architecture standards, engineering guidelines, and technical roadmaps for firewall and security platform deployment. * Conduct technical assessments to analyze business requirements, security risks, scalability needs, and infrastructure dependencies. * Design and configure firewall policies, NAT strategies, VPN connections, segmentation, and DMZ architectures. * Lead architecture reviews, design validation sessions, and ensure compliance with enterprise security policies and standards. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Security Architecture, Infrastructure, Cloud, and Applications to deliver integrated security solutions. * Support the lifecycle management of security platforms, including hardware refreshes, software updates, and platform migrations. * Develop, maintain, and promote engineering standards, reference architectures, design templates, and operational best practices. * Evaluate emerging technologies and provide actionable recommendations for future security infrastructure enhancements. * Mentor and guide implementation and operations teams on best practices and standard design principles. ## Related Videos - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Back to CODE100](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1909-wearedevelopers-live-back-to-code100) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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