1-Multi‑Layer Firewall Routing (DCFW / ISFW / NGFW / DEFW):
Demonstrated security policy enforcement and routing control
across multi‑layer firewalls in a Trust–Untrust model. Configured
data‑center and internal segmentation firewalls to enforce
north–south and east–west traffic inspection and applied strict
access rules for authenticated clients only.
Tools: Fortigate (NSE4), pNetLab, Wireshark
Result: Verified end‑to‑end routing consistency and strong
perimeter‑based isolation.
2-Two‑Arm Policy‑Based Routing with Web Application Firewall(waf):
Designed a two‑arm WAF topology using PBR to provide deep
inspection for HTTP/HTTPS traffic. Implemented dual‑stage DNAT
for concealed addressing and HA links for redundancy.
Tools: Putty, pNetLab via vmware
Result: Achieved reliable, security‑focused web application
delivery and validated anomaly detection through multi‑layer
inspection.
3-IPsec + GRE Tunnel over OSPF Routing Mode:
Configured IPsec and GRE tunnels to connect branch offices
securely to HQ under a shared OSPF domain. Deployed OSPF
area segmentation to restrict route propagation and maintain
selective connectivity.
Tools: Putty, pNetLab(Fortinet fws & cisco switches) on vmware
Result: Validated secure branch‑HQ communication with
granular route learning control and encrypted data flows.
4- BGP over IPsec Secure WAN:
Implemented dynamic routing via BGP across IPsec tunnels for
three branch offices connecting to HQ. Established inter‑AS
BGP peering and route policies for controlled propagation.
Tools: Putty, pNetLab(Fortinet fws & cisco switches) on vmware
Result: Achieved scalability and flexibility in secure WAN
routing with fully encrypted connectivity.
5-Final Integrated Enterprise Security Architecture:
Comprehensive scenario integrating NSE4 and selected NSE7
concepts in a full enterprise simulation. Included multi-zone
LAN/DC/DMZ layout, dual HA internal firewalls, PBR-based
published server design, multi-circuit internet uplinks with
multiple NAT strategies, and branch connectivity via IPsec.
Configured limited outbound sessions for secure DC server
updates and applied strict access segmentation across all user
groups.
Tools: Putty, pNetLab(Fortinet fws & cisco switches) on vmware
Result: Delivered a complete enterprise-grade defensive
architecture showcasing availability, segmentation, and
compliance best practices.