Runlayer MCP Server for Claude Code 27 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Runlayer as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime — ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via the Vinkius.
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claude mcp add runlayer --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Runlayer MCP Server
What you can do
Connect AI agents to the Runlayer Enterprise Control Plane for comprehensive MCP ecosystem management:
Claude Code registers Runlayer as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 27 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly — ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Runlayer data drives decisions without human intervention.
- Manage MCP Servers — register, inspect, update, and remove serverless MCP endpoints
- Manage Skills — create, assign, and version reusable agent capabilities
- Manage Agents — onboard AI agents (Claude, Cursor, VS Code, custom) with proper security guardrails
- Enforce Policies — define and audit security policies governing MCP access and agent permissions
- Audit Everything — retrieve complete audit trails of all MCP, skill, agent, and policy operations
- Manage API Keys — create, rotate, and revoke organization and personal API keys
- Run Security Scans — discover shadow AI, unauthorized MCP servers, and policy violations across your organization
- Monitor Organization Health — review member activity, server inventory, and security posture
The Runlayer MCP Server exposes 27 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Runlayer to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Runlayer MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using Runlayer
Ask Claude: "Using Runlayer, show me..." — 27 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Runlayer MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Runlayer through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly — no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Runlayer tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Runlayer + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Runlayer MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Runlayer tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Runlayer nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Runlayer outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Runlayer status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Runlayer MCP Tools for Claude Code (27)
These 27 tools become available when you connect Runlayer to Claude Code via MCP:
create_agent
Requires agent name and type (claude_desktop, cursor, vs_code, custom). Optionally assign MCP servers, skills, and policies during registration. Returns the created agent details. Use this to onboard new AI agents to your enterprise control plane with proper security guardrails. Register a new AI agent in Runlayer
create_api_key
Returns the key value (shown only once) and metadata. Use this to create keys for integrations, CI/CD pipelines, or service accounts. Store the key value securely immediately after creation. Create a new API key for your Runlayer organization
create_mcp_server
Requires server name and connection details (URL, authentication method). Optionally assign skills, agents, and policies during registration. Returns the created server details including the new UUID. Use this to onboard new MCP servers to your enterprise control plane. Register a new MCP server in Runlayer
create_policy
Requires policy name and rule definitions. Returns the created policy. Use this to enforce security standards, restrict access to sensitive MCP servers, or define audit requirements. Create a new security or access policy in Runlayer
create_skill
Requires skill name and description. Optionally define input/output schemas and initial MCP server assignments. Returns the created skill details. Use this to codify reusable agent capabilities for consistent use across your organization. Register a new skill (agent capability) in Runlayer
delete_agent
This disconnects the agent from all MCP servers and removes policy assignments. Requires the agent ID. Confirm with the user before proceeding. Remove an AI agent from Runlayer
delete_mcp_server
This action disconnects all associated agents and removes policy assignments. Requires the server UUID. Confirm with the user before proceeding. Remove an MCP server from Runlayer
delete_policy
All resources previously governed by this policy will no longer be subject to its rules. Requires the policy ID. Confirm with the user before proceeding. Remove a security or access policy from Runlayer
delete_skill
Does not delete the underlying MCP server tools. Requires the skill ID. Confirm with the user before proceeding. Remove a skill from Runlayer
get_agent
Requires the agent ID from list_agents results. Use this to review agent configuration, audit access patterns, or troubleshoot connectivity. Get detailed information about a specific AI agent
get_audit_logs
Returns timestamps, actor identities, action types, affected resources, and outcomes. Use this for compliance reporting, security investigations, or operational troubleshooting. Get audit logs for your Runlayer organization
get_mcp_server
Requires the server UUID from list_mcp_servers results. Use this to review server configuration, verify security compliance, or troubleshoot connectivity issues. Get detailed information about a specific MCP server
get_organization
Use this to verify your organization configuration or get an overview of your MCP ecosystem. Get your Runlayer organization details
get_scan_results
Requires the scan ID from run_mcp_sweep_scan results. Use this to review shadow AI discoveries, identify policy violations, or generate compliance reports. Get results from an MCP sweep scan
get_skill
Requires the skill ID from list_skills results. Use this to review skill configuration or understand capability dependencies. Get detailed information about a specific skill
list_agents
Returns agent names, IDs, types (Claude Desktop, Cursor, custom), assigned MCP servers, active skills, policy compliance status, and last activity timestamps. Use this to understand your agent ecosystem and verify which agents have access to which MCP servers. List all AI agents registered in your Runlayer organization
list_api_keys
Use this to audit key inventory, identify unused keys, or prepare for key rotation. List all API keys for your Runlayer organization
list_mcp_servers
Returns server names, UUIDs, status (active, inactive, blocked), assigned skills, connected agents, policy associations, and last activity timestamps. Use this as the first step to understand your MCP server inventory before managing individual servers, applying policies, or reviewing security posture. List all registered MCP servers in your Runlayer organization
list_members
Use this to audit access, review role assignments, or identify inactive accounts. List all members of your Runlayer organization
list_policies
Returns policy names, descriptions, enforcement status, affected resources, and violation counts. Use this to review your security posture before creating or modifying policies. List all security and access policies in your Runlayer organization
list_skills
Returns skill names, descriptions, associated MCP servers, usage counts, and version information. Use this to discover available capabilities before assigning them to agents or MCP servers. List all skills registered in your Runlayer organization
revoke_api_key
This action cannot be undone. Requires the key ID. Use this for compromised keys, unused keys, or during security incidents. Revoke an API key immediately
run_mcp_sweep_scan
Returns a scan ID which can be used with get_scan_results to retrieve findings. Use this for security assessments, compliance audits, or shadow AI detection. Run an MCP sweep scan to discover shadow AI across your organization
update_agent
Only pass the fields you want to change. Requires the agent ID. Use this to update agent assignments or modify metadata. Update an existing AI agent configuration
update_mcp_server
Only pass the fields you want to change. Requires the server UUID. Use this to update server endpoints, rotate credentials, or modify policy assignments. Update an existing MCP server configuration
update_policy
Only pass the fields you want to change. Requires the policy ID. Use this to refine security requirements, update access controls, or modify audit rules. Update an existing security or access policy
update_skill
Only pass the fields you want to change. Requires the skill ID. Use this to refine skill definitions or update documentation. Update an existing skill configuration
Example Prompts for Runlayer in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Runlayer immediately.
"Show me all MCP servers registered in our organization and their security status"
"Run a shadow AI discovery scan across our organization and show me the findings"
"Create a new policy that restricts MCP server access to only approved developers"
Troubleshooting Runlayer MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Runlayer to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Runlayer + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Runlayer MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Connect Runlayer with your favorite client
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Connect Runlayer to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 27 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.