Developers working with Azure DevOps Repos know the struggle: balancing delivery speed with security is hard. Manual scans interrupt the workflow, switching tools breaks focus, and waiting for reports slows everything down. That’s why Xygeni introduced Managed Scans for Azure DevOps, a simple, automated way to secure your Azure Repos without leaving your environment. With Xygeni’s Azure vulnerability scanning, teams can scan, detect, and fix risks automatically, all from the same interface.
Azure DevOps Repos: Security That Fits the Developer Workflow
Security often feels like a barrier between code and delivery. Most tools require manual setup, external dashboards, or complex scripts that slow development. However, developers should not have to sacrifice speed for protection.
Xygeni Managed Scans solve that problem by bringing security scanning directly into Azure DevOps Repos. In other words, you just connect your Azure Repos, and Xygeni manages the rest. It creates workflows automatically, scans for vulnerabilities, and reports results in real time. As a result, you get full coverage with minimal effort.
Therefore, developers can finally keep their focus where it belongs, shipping secure code faster, with zero manual configuration. At the same time, security teams gain the visibility they need, without adding friction to the process.
Why Security Often Slows Development (and How to Fix It)
Security scanning shouldn’t force you to leave your tools or wait for results. Yet, in many cases, developers still rely on scripts or external integrations to detect vulnerabilities. Consequently, scans happen late in the process, findings are scattered, and the team spends more time managing scanners than writing code.
With Managed Scans in Azure DevOps, Xygeni changes that. Instead of switching between tools, developers can now connect their organization, authorize access, and scan repositories automatically. In addition, there is no need for extra setup, CLI commands, or YAML files to maintain. As a result, security becomes part of the workflow rather than an obstacle.
Managed Scans for Azure DevOps Repos: Simple, Automated, Integrated
Finally, simplicity meets automation. Xygeni Managed Scans are designed to integrate naturally into your Azure DevOps Repos workflow. For example, from the Xygeni dashboard, you can create an integration using only your organization name and an access token.
Once connected, Xygeni automatically manages everything behind the scenes. It creates the scanning workflows, generates secure tokens, and uploads the results to your dashboard. Therefore, there is no need for manual configuration or external setup. In short, this is Azure vulnerability scanning built directly into your existing DevOps environment.
Xygeni Managed Scans are designed for simplicity. From the Xygeni dashboard, you can create an integration with Azure DevOps Repos using only your organization name and an access token. Once connected, Xygeni automatically manages everything behind the scenes:
- Creates the scanning workflows directly in your Azure Repos.
- Generates a secure
XYGENI_TOKENto authenticate scans. - Uploads all results to the Xygeni platform automatically.
No scripts, no manual configuration, and no external setup. It’s all managed within the WebUI, making Azure vulnerability scanning a built-in part of your DevOps flow.
How Developers Can Run Managed Scans in Azure Repos
Every team works differently, so Xygeni offers multiple ways to scan your Azure Repos , all automated and easy to control from the same interface.
On-Demand Scans
Need to verify a repository before merging or releasing? Just click Scan Now.
Xygeni runs a workflow directly in your repository, scans for vulnerabilities, and uploads the results to your dashboard. Perfect for ad-hoc analysis or quick reviews before major updates.
Scheduled Scans
Keep your codebase secure continuously with daily scheduled scans.
Set the time once, and Xygeni automatically creates the workflow in Azure DevOps Repos. Scans run daily, detect new risks early, and alert your team through notifications.
Scans on Pull or Merge Requests
Shift security even further left by scanning every pull request.
When a branch is merged into the default branch, the scan executes automatically, preventing insecure code from being merged. Developers stay fast, and your Azure vulnerability scanning keeps pace with every change.
Why It Matters: Real Benefits for Developers
| Problem | Before | With Xygeni Managed Scans |
|---|---|---|
| Setup | Manual scripts and tokens | One-click integration with Azure Repos |
| Speed | Slow, external scans | Instant automated scans inside Azure DevOps |
| Visibility | Reports scattered across tools | Results centralized in Xygeni Dashboard |
| Remediation | Manual fixes | Auto-remediation with Xygeni Bot |
| Policy Control | Inconsistent rules | Unified guardrails across all projects |
By keeping scanning inside Azure DevOps, Xygeni eliminates the context switching that slows teams down. As a result, developers can detect and fix vulnerabilities directly within their Azure DevOps Repos workflow.
Best Practices for Azure Vulnerability Scanning
To make the most of Managed Scans, treat them as an integral part of your workflow. Configure scans early, schedule them regularly, and monitor results continuously to maintain strong CI/CD security.
| Category | Best Practice | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Access Control | Use scoped tokens for integrations | Reduce risk of overexposed permissions |
| Automation | Schedule daily scans | Maintain continuous protection |
| Pull Requests | Enable scan on merges | Catch vulnerabilities before deployment |
| Dependency Security | Check libraries and updates | Prevent vulnerable components |
| Notifications | Set alerts for finished scans | Keep developers informed |
| Guardrails | Block insecure merges | Enforce consistent policies |
Secure Code Without Slowing Down
Security should never come at the cost of developer speed. Xygeni Managed Scans for Azure DevOps bring Azure vulnerability scanning to where your developers already work, helping them stay fast and secure at the same time.
Connect your Azure Repos, automate your scans, and let Xygeni handle the rest.
Schedule your demo today and see how Xygeni automates security across your Azure DevOps pipelines.
