Network Firewall Security Development Architect

Job description

**Network/Security SME:** **Responsibilities** • Design and develop control-plane and data-plane components for firewall/NGFW platforms (L3–L7). • Build high-performance packet processing systems using multi-core architectures (DPDK/ODP). • Develop and maintain management interfaces (CLI, APIs), secure access (SSH), logging, diagnostics, and telemetry. • Implement security features including SSL/TLS, IPSec, SAML authentication, PKI, and certificate lifecycle management. • Develop cybersecurity modules such as DPI, IPS, malware protection, and content filtering (URL categorization/reputation). • Drive scalable and secure system architecture, including HA, clustering, licensing frameworks, and secure coding practices. • Perform performance optimization, debugging, and troubleshooting using tools like GDB, Wireshark, and Valgrind. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on security, architecture, and vulnerability remediation. **Requirements** • 12+ years of experience in C/C++ systems programming on Linux/embedded platforms. • Strong expertise in L3–L7 networking protocols (TCP/IP, routing, switching, SSL/TLS, IPSec). • Proven experience in data-plane development and packet processing optimization. • Deep understanding of Linux/embedded OS internals, multithreading, and high-performance systems. • Hands-on experience with CLI/API development, logging frameworks, telemetry, and SSH-based management. • Solid knowledge of security architecture, including PKI, authentication, and certificate management. • Experience with firewalls, DPI, IPS, malware protection, and content filtering systems. • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills in complex real-time environments. • Ability to design scalable systems and lead technical discussions.