We first used BlueCat Gateway for automation, such as automating updates, creations, and removals. We stopped using it for a bit, then started using BlueCat Gateway again, but this time for IP and Network Discovery. We implemented BlueCat Gateway for connectivity with a SIEM solution, another tool used within our company for ticketing. The SIEM could not reach the BlueCat console and server, so we deployed BlueCat Gateway, which acted as a middleman between the two tools.
We use the Azure cloud infrastructure. The objective is to leverage BlueCat's IPAM solution capabilities. Specifically, within the Gateway, the process involves deploying new solutions in the cloud. It's crucial to monitor the allocation of network resources for these new solutions to prevent network overlap. Here's how the process works: When a request is made to deploy a new solution in the middle of the construction process, the individual specifies their requirements including the needed amount of resources and Azure services. After sending this request, automation comes into play. The first step is for the automation to assess the network requirements for the Azure deployment. It queries the IPAM to identify the next available network within that Azure region. This information is then provided by IPAM to the automation tool. Subsequently, the automation tool integrates this network data into Azure's deployment process. Concurrently, updates are made within the IPAM system to associate this network with the corresponding group or project. This is done through descriptions and features recorded in IPAM. Following these preparations, the automation tool initiates the processing of the deployment requests. It triggers additional automation scripts required to effectively construct the solutions within Azure. Conversely, a similar process occurs when a solution is decommissioned in Azure. The deactivation of virtual networks within Azure triggers a communication back through the Gateway. This communication notifies the need to release these network resources for potential future use. The system then locates the specific networks, eliminates associated tags and descriptions within IPAM, and marks them as available for future allocations.
What is Network Automation? The use of software to automate network and security management and provisioning in order to maximize network functionality and efficiency is known as network automation. This includes the automation of configuration management, change management, device provisioning, and discovery and inventory, among other network processes. When done manually, these processes can be time-consuming and prone to errors. Automating them saves time, reduces errors, lowers...
We first used BlueCat Gateway for automation, such as automating updates, creations, and removals. We stopped using it for a bit, then started using BlueCat Gateway again, but this time for IP and Network Discovery. We implemented BlueCat Gateway for connectivity with a SIEM solution, another tool used within our company for ticketing. The SIEM could not reach the BlueCat console and server, so we deployed BlueCat Gateway, which acted as a middleman between the two tools.
We use the Azure cloud infrastructure. The objective is to leverage BlueCat's IPAM solution capabilities. Specifically, within the Gateway, the process involves deploying new solutions in the cloud. It's crucial to monitor the allocation of network resources for these new solutions to prevent network overlap. Here's how the process works: When a request is made to deploy a new solution in the middle of the construction process, the individual specifies their requirements including the needed amount of resources and Azure services. After sending this request, automation comes into play. The first step is for the automation to assess the network requirements for the Azure deployment. It queries the IPAM to identify the next available network within that Azure region. This information is then provided by IPAM to the automation tool. Subsequently, the automation tool integrates this network data into Azure's deployment process. Concurrently, updates are made within the IPAM system to associate this network with the corresponding group or project. This is done through descriptions and features recorded in IPAM. Following these preparations, the automation tool initiates the processing of the deployment requests. It triggers additional automation scripts required to effectively construct the solutions within Azure. Conversely, a similar process occurs when a solution is decommissioned in Azure. The deactivation of virtual networks within Azure triggers a communication back through the Gateway. This communication notifies the need to release these network resources for potential future use. The system then locates the specific networks, eliminates associated tags and descriptions within IPAM, and marks them as available for future allocations.