We have to plug two brand new Juniper SRX firewalls to the core switches, and I'm tasked with the research for what's the best mode of operation for the FW, either transparent mode or routing mode. 

[![Core-Distribution-Firewall.where.to](https://i.stack.imgur.com/88QBx.jpg)](https://i.stack.imgur.com/88QBx.jpg)

The purpose for the firewalls is to protect and perform the IPS to both inbound and outbound traffic. 

Eager to hear your thoughts.
Thanks.