Build bespoke operational workflows with AWS DevOps Agent custom SRE agents

This article explains how to build custom SRE agents using AWS DevOps Agent to automate bespoke operational workflows tailored to specific workloads and standards.

• Custom SRE agents define workload-specific operational objectives in natural language, such as drift detection or SLO monitoring
• Agents leverage Production Intelligence topology discovery, AWS API access, and artifact generation for comprehensive audits
• Drift detection example: agents compare production resources against core policies (encryption, tagging, network isolation) and create actionable recommendations
• Agents integrate with existing tools via MCP, creating Jira tickets, Slack notifications, and backlog items automatically
• Schedule-based triggers enable recurring agent runs (e.g., weekly drift reviews) or on-demand execution after deployments
• Pattern applies to SLO monitoring, cost optimization, resilience posture checks, and operational handoffs

Custom SRE agents transform team-specific operational intent into repeatable, automated action within existing workflows and systems.