EfficientIP
Smarter DNS security, DDI automation, and network resilience for modern networks
DDI Security
At Red Helix, we partner with EfficientIP, a global leader in DNS Security and DDI solutions (DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management), to help organisations simplify network management, increase visibility, and strengthen cyber resilience. Together, we offer UK-based delivery of scalable DDI automation, DNS-layer security, and IP intelligence, all fully supported by our in-house experts.
Why DDI Matters More Than Ever
Every modern organisation needs to manage DNS, DHCP, and IP addresses (collectively known as DDI) to ensure users, devices, and applications can reliably connect and communicate. While many businesses may rely on manual tools like spreadsheets, this approach becomes unmanageable and risky as the organisation evolves. Misconfigurations, fragmented data, and a lack of visibility can result in network outages, compliance issues, and security vulnerabilities.
EfficientIP solves this by delivering a centralised DDI platform that automates IP address management, provides real-time network visibility, and enforces security policies at the DNS level. This creates a single source of truth for IP data, reduces manual processes, and supports seamless integration across hybrid environments, including Microsoft DNS/DHCP, Cisco, AWS, and ServiceNow.
Built for Scale, Security, and Simplicity
EfficientIP is particularly well-suited for:
- Large enterprises and service providers with 1,000+ users
- Universities managing seasonal IP churn (e.g. September intake)
- Organisations migrating from legacy tools like Infoblox DDI or homegrown systems
- Teams seeking a lower TCO without compromising performance or compliance
Whether you’re replacing spreadsheets or Infoblox DDI, EfficientIP offers a more cost-effective, secure, and scalable alternative. Unlike Infoblox DDI, EfficientIP provides built-in reporting, includes DNS firewall and discovery tools, and requires fewer appliances with a smaller VM footprint. This all contributes to a more streamlined and affordable deployment and lowering TCO.
Integrated DNS Security
EfficientIP’s 360° DNS Security enables you to detect, protect and respond against DNS tunnelling, phishing, and data exfiltration in real time. Through DNS Threat Intelligence and behavioural analysis, the system analyses DNS requests, and integrates with your SIEM or security stack to isolate malicious activity, including rogue IP addresses or IoT threats. Combined with Red Helix’s threat intelligence and monitoring capabilities, this delivers complete visibility and control at the network edge.
Ideal Use Cases
- Struggling with IP address tracking and manual processes
- Experiencing network downtime or DHCP conflicts
- Scaling hybrid & multicloud environments or adopting SD-WAN
- Replacing Infoblox DDI due to rising costs or poor support
- Needing better visibility for ensuring network compliance (e.g. NIS2, DORA)
| EfficientIP Capabilities | Red Helix Delivery |
|---|---|
| Unified DNS, DHCP, IPAM automation | UK-based certified deployment & support |
| DNS-layer threat prevention | Integration with your SOC/SIEM |
| Seamless hybrid/cloud integration | Performance validation & visibility tools |
| Zero Trust DNS model | Migration from spreadsheets, Infoblox DDI, etc. |
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EfficientIP and Red Helix will help you simplify management, reduce risk, and future-proof your infrastructure with flexible solutions tailored to your needs.
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