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AWS CLI MCP Server: Automate & Streamline Workflows

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About AWS CLI MCP Server

What is AWS CLI MCP Server: Automate & Streamline Workflows?

AWS CLI MCP Server is a purpose-built tool enabling seamless execution of AWS CLI commands through the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Designed to integrate directly with AI platforms like Claude, it empowers users to automate cloud operations, retrieve service details, and manage resources efficiently. By bridging the gap between human-readable instructions and low-level CLI commands, this server drastically reduces manual effort while maintaining full AWS CLI functionality.

How to Use AWS CLI MCP Server: Automate & Streamline Workflows?

Adopting this solution involves three straightforward steps: setup, configuration, and integration. Begin by installing Node.js v20+, AWS CLI, and dependencies via npm. After building the project locally using TypeScript, register the server in your claude_desktop_config.json. Once operational, users can issue natural-language commands like "List my S3 buckets" to trigger precise CLI actions. Transitioning from manual CLI usage to this automated workflow significantly enhances productivity and reduces errors in cloud management tasks.

AWS CLI MCP Server Features

Key Features of AWS CLI MCP Server: Automate & Streamline Workflows?

  • Direct Protocol Execution: Leverage the MCP protocol to translate human instructions into validated AWS CLI commands instantly
  • Service Intelligence: Retrieve comprehensive metadata about every AWS service via getServiceDetails() API
  • Granular Control: Execute specific operations (e.g., createBucket, runInstances) through semantic parsing of user queries
  • Full CLI Compatibility: Maintain access to all AWS CLI capabilities while enjoying abstraction layers for complex tasks

Use Cases: Where Automation Shines

This server excels in scenarios requiring frequent, repeatable cloud operations such as:

  • Infrastructure provisioning: Automatically create S3 buckets, EC2 instances, or Lambda functions using standardized templates
  • Compliance management: Enforce security policies by automating VPC configuration checks and IAM role assignments
  • Cost optimization: Schedule auto-scaling policies or terminate idle resources based on usage patterns

AWS CLI MCP Server FAQ

FAQ: Best Practices & Considerations

Q: How does the server ensure security?
A: Permissions are strictly governed by IAM roles assigned during AWS CLI configuration, adhering to least-privilege principles.

Q: Can it handle complex workflows?
A: Yes, through chained command execution and support for conditional logic in query processing.

Q: What logging capabilities exist?
A: All CLI executions are logged with timestamps, user inputs, and output summaries for audit trails.

Content

AWS CLI MCP Server

An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that lets you generate and execute AWS CLI commands directly from Claude.

Features

  • Execute AWS CLI commands through the MCP protocol
  • Get detailed information about AWS services
  • List available AWS services
  • Full access to AWS CLI capabilities

Tools

  • execute-aws-command : Execute AWS CLI commands

    • Parameters:
      • command: AWS service (e.g., s3, ec2, lambda)
      • subcommand (optional): Command to execute (e.g., ls, describe-instances)
      • options (optional): Command options as key-value pairs

  • get-service-details : Get details about a specific AWS service

    • Parameters:
      • service: AWS service name (e.g., s3, ec2, lambda)

Resources

  • aws-services://list : List available AWS services

Setup and Installation

Prerequisites

  • Node.js (v20 or later recommended)
  • npm or yarn
  • AWS CLI installed and configured with credentials
  • TypeScript

Local Installation

  1. Clone this repository:
git clone https://github.com/IcyKallen/aws-cli-mcp-server
cd aws-cli-mcp-server
  1. Install dependencies:
npm install
  1. Build the project:
npm run build
  1. Ensure AWS CLI is configured:
aws configure
  1. Start the MCP server:
npm start

Integration with Claude Desktop

Add this to your claude_desktop_config.json:

After building the project, you can use:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "aws-cli": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "/path/to/aws-cli-mcp-server/dist/index.js"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Example Usage in Claude

List S3 Buckets

I need to list my S3 buckets.

Create an S3 Bucket

Create a new S3 bucket named "my-test-bucket" in the us-west-2 region.

Get EC2 Service Details

What EC2 commands are available?

Security Notes

  • This server executes AWS CLI commands with the same permissions as your configured AWS credentials
  • Be careful about who can access this server
  • Consider implementing additional authentication for production use

License

MIT License

Related MCP Servers & Clients

aws-climcp-server

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