This article presents two approaches for automating the export of MySQL and Aurora MySQL audit logs to Amazon S3 for compliance, security, and analysis purposes.

• Solution 1: Batch processing using EventBridge Scheduler and Lambda for cost-effective scheduled exports
• Solution 2: Near real-time streaming using Amazon Data Firehose for immediate log availability
• Includes detailed IAM role setup, Lambda function code, and configuration steps for both solutions
• Exported logs enable Amazon Athena queries, QuickSight dashboards, automated alerting, and compliance reporting
• Batch approach suitable for organizations without real-time requirements; Firehose ideal for immediate access needs
• Comprehensive prerequisites include enabling audit logging and publishing logs to CloudWatch Logs

The article provides step-by-step implementation guidance for both solutions, enabling organizations to choose based on their audit log processing requirements and cost considerations.