Mastering PCI DSS Compliance A Complete Guide for Future-Proof Security Careers
You’re under pressure. Every day, your organization handles sensitive cardholder data, and the risk of non-compliance looms large. A single oversight could trigger audits, fines, or worse - a breach that destroys customer trust and halts your career momentum. You’re expected to know PCI DSS inside and out, yet the standard feels fragmented, contradictory, and constantly evolving. What if you could move from scrambling to staying ahead? What if you could master every requirement of PCI DSS with total clarity, implement ironclad controls, and position yourself as the go-to compliance authority in your organization? With Mastering PCI DSS Compliance A Complete Guide for Future-Proof Security Careers, you’ll do exactly that - transforming uncertainty into influence. This course delivers a single, powerful outcome: going from confusion to full readiness in under 30 days, with a board-ready compliance framework you can implement immediately. You’ll gain the structured, actionable knowledge to lead assessments, pass audits with confidence, and accelerate your career into high-demand, future-proof roles like Compliance Officer, Security Consultant, or GRC Analyst. Just like Sarah Lin, Senior IT Auditor at a global payment processor, who told us: “I felt overwhelmed by the scope of PCI DSS before this course. Within three weeks, I mapped our entire environment, led a readiness review, and presented a gap analysis that got me promoted. This wasn’t just learning - it was career leverage.” You’re not just studying a standard. You’re building institutional credibility, operational mastery, and career durability in an era where data protection is non-negotiable. Employers are actively seeking people who don’t just check boxes - they drive compliance maturity. The difference between stagnation and acceleration isn’t luck. It’s access to the right system. Here’s how this course is structured to help you get there.Course Format & Delivery Details Self-Paced, Always Available, and Built for High Performers
This course is designed for professionals who demand flexibility without compromise. You gain immediate online access to a fully self-paced program, allowing you to progress on your schedule, from any location, with no fixed dates or mandatory attendance. Most learners complete the core curriculum in 25 to 30 hours and begin applying key concepts within the first week. Lifetime Access, Continuous Updates, and Zero Additional Costs
You’re not buying a static course. You’re gaining permanent access to a living resource. Enjoy lifetime enrollment with all future updates included at no extra charge. As PCI DSS evolves and new best practices emerge, your knowledge stays current - ensuring your skills remain relevant for years to come. Available Anytime, Anywhere - Mobile-Friendly and Globally Accessible
Whether you're traveling, working remotely, or squeezing in study between meetings, the course platform is fully responsive and accessible 24/7 from desktop, tablet, or smartphone. No installations, no downtime - just consistent, secure access anywhere in the world. Expert-Led Guidance with Real-World Instructor Support
You’re never on your own. Receive direct, responsive support from our PCI DSS-certified instructors, who bring real-world experience from leading audits across finance, retail, and technology sectors. Ask questions, clarify complex scenarios, and get detailed feedback on your implementation approaches - all through our secure learning portal. Earn a Globally Recognized Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion, you’ll earn a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service - a name trusted by over 250,000 professionals worldwide for delivering practical, high-impact training in governance, risk, and compliance. This credential signals your mastery to hiring managers, auditors, and internal stakeholders. Transparent Pricing, No Hidden Fees
The investment is straightforward and all-inclusive. You pay a single fee that grants lifetime access, all materials, ongoing updates, instructor support, and your official certificate. There are no surprise charges, recurring subscriptions, or upgrade fees down the line. Secure and Flexible Payment Options
Enroll with confidence using Visa, Mastercard, or PayPal - all processed through a PCI-compliant payment gateway that ensures your transaction is fast, safe, and private. Your data is protected to the same standards required by the course content itself. 100% Money-Back Guarantee: Zero Risk, Maximum Confidence
If you find the course doesn’t meet your expectations, you’re covered by our full money-back guarantee. No forms, no questions, no time pressure. You can request a refund at any time, making your enrollment completely risk-free. Smooth Enrollment and Immediate Confirmation
After enrollment, you’ll receive an automated confirmation email. Your access details and login instructions will be delivered separately once your course registration is fully processed - ensuring accurate onboarding and secure account setup. This Works Even If…
- You’ve never passed a PCI DSS audit before
- Your background is in IT but not compliance
- You’re new to acronyms like SAQ, ROC, ISSP, or CDE
- You’ve read the PCI DSS PDF and still felt lost
- You work in a small company with limited resources
Ten years of training security professionals have proven one thing: success in PCI DSS isn’t about memorization. It’s about structure. This course removes ambiguity and replaces it with a repeatable, step-by-step system - trusted by compliance leads at Fortune 500 companies and fintech startups alike. You’re not just learning the standard. You’re adopting a proven methodology that turns compliance from a liability into a strategic advantage.
Module 1: Foundations of PCI DSS - Understanding the Compliance Landscape - Introduction to payment card industry data security standards
- Historical context: How breaches shaped the evolution of PCI DSS
- The role of the PCI Security Standards Council
- Understanding the four primary stakeholders: Acquirers, issuers, processors, merchants
- Distinguishing between compliance and security: Why both matter
- Overview of the 12 core PCI DSS requirements
- Key terminology: CDE, PAN, SAD, ASV, QSA, ROC, SAQ
- The difference between compliance validation and security posture
- Identifying common misconceptions about PCI DSS
- Mapping PCI DSS to other frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR
- Understanding liability in the event of non-compliance
- Recognizing the business value of proactive compliance
- How PCI DSS supports customer trust and brand protection
- Introduction to the self-assessment questionnaire (SAQ) types
- Determining your merchant level based on transaction volume
Module 2: Building a Compliant Environment - Core Architecture Principles - Designing network segmentation to reduce PCI scope
- Defining and identifying the Cardholder Data Environment (CDE)
- Secure firewall configuration best practices
- Managing default system passwords and security parameters
- Implementing secure remote access solutions
- Configuring routers and switches to meet Requirement 1 standards
- Network diagrams: Requirements, formats, and documentation standards
- Using VLANs and ACLs to isolate sensitive systems
- Secure wireless network policies and authentication methods
- Requirements for wireless intrusion detection systems (WIDS)
- Documentation of network architecture changes
- Integrating PCI requirements with cloud infrastructure
- Securing virtualized environments in scope
- Avoiding common network misconfigurations that lead to failure
- Using network monitoring tools for ongoing validation
Module 3: Protecting Cardholder Data - Encryption and Storage Policies - Understanding primary account number (PAN) handling rules
- When and how PAN can be stored - with and without masking
- Strong encryption standards: AES, TDES, and key management
- Tokenization vs. encryption: Use cases and compliance impact
- Secure key management practices for symmetric and asymmetric keys
- Storage of sensitive authentication data (SAD): What is strictly prohibited
- Secure handling of truncated data across reports and logs
- Encryption of data at rest and data in transit
- Implementing TLS 1.2 or higher for data transmission
- Vendor solutions for data protection and PAN minimization
- Logging and alerting for unauthorized data access attempts
- Secure archiving and backup procedures for card data
- Using hashing for PAN storage when retrieval is not required
- Mapping data flows across applications, databases, and APIs
- Conducting data discovery scans to locate hidden PAN
Module 4: Vulnerability Management - Proactive Defense Strategies - Deploying and maintaining anti-virus software on all systems
- Defining what constitutes a “system” in the CDE
- Automating malware scans and update policies
- Implementing a secure software development lifecycle
- Securing web applications against OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
- Conducting regular internal and external vulnerability scans
- Scheduling quarterly scans with Approved Scanning Vendors (ASVs)
- Interpreting vulnerability scan reports and prioritizing remediation
- Using automated patch management systems
- Tracking patch compliance across distributed environments
- Integrating vulnerability data into risk assessments
- Managing zero-day threats within compliance frameworks
- Securing third-party code and open-source libraries
- Application whitelisting for critical systems
- Logging and monitoring for malware detection events
Module 5: Access Control - Identity, Authentication, and Least Privilege - Implementing role-based access control (RBAC) models
- Enforcing the principle of least privilege across systems
- Unique user IDs for all individuals with access to the CDE
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA) requirements for administrative access
- Managing shared and generic accounts securely
- Session timeouts for workstations and applications
- Restricting physical access to cardholder data systems
- Visitor logs and access badge requirements
- Remote access control policies and technical enforcement
- Managing privileged access for vendors and contractors
- Implementing just-in-time (JIT) access models
- Access review and recertification processes
- Separation of duties for key compliance and security functions
- Integrating identity providers (IdPs) with CDE systems
- Monitoring privileged user activity for anomalies
Module 6: Monitoring and Logging - Real-Time Visibility and Accountability - Configuring systems to generate comprehensive audit logs
- Key events that must be logged: access, changes, errors
- Protecting logs from tampering and unauthorized deletion
- Centralized logging solutions and SIEM integration
- Log retention requirements: 90 days minimum, 1 year recommended
- Automated alerting for suspicious log entries
- Time synchronization across all systems (NTP)
- Regular log review procedures and shift handover protocols
- Using logs to support forensic investigations
- Correlating logs across network, system, and application layers
- Documenting log management policies and responsibilities
- Ensuring log integrity through hashing and digital signatures
- Handling log review for outsourced environments
- Integrating logging with incident response playbooks
- Reporting log health to management and auditors
Module 7: Policy and Documentation - The Backbone of Compliance - Developing a comprehensive Information Security Policy (ISP)
- Creating a dedicated PCI DSS compliance policy document
- Establishing an annual policy review and update cycle
- Defining roles and responsibilities for compliance ownership
- Drafting data retention and destruction policies
- Incident response planning aligned with PCI DSS Requirement 12.10
- Business continuity and disaster recovery planning
- Vendor management policies and due diligence checklists
- Acceptable use policies for employees and contractors
- Change management procedures for the CDE
- Secure disposal procedures for hardware and media
- Developing and maintaining a risk assessment process
- Annual risk assessments: Format, depth, and stakeholder input
- Documenting compensating controls when needed
- Creating and maintaining a compliance roadmap
Module 8: Secure Systems and Applications - Configuration and Development - Using secure system configuration baselines (gold images)
- Disabling unnecessary services, ports, and protocols
- Implementing secure configuration for databases in scope
- Hardening operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS)
- Secure configuration of web servers and application servers
- Managing default accounts and administrative interfaces
- Secure software development: Secure coding practices
- Integrating security requirements into SDLC
- Performing code reviews and static analysis
- Dynamic application security testing (DAST) basics
- Using web application firewalls (WAFs) as a protective control
- Configuring WAFs to meet PCI DSS Requirement 6.6
- Secure API design and authentication for card data flows
- Protecting mobile applications that handle payment data
- Managing container security in cloud-native environments
Module 9: Third-Party and Vendor Risk Management - Identifying all third parties with access to the CDE
- Conducting vendor due diligence assessments
- Requiring written agreements with PCI DSS obligations
- Determining responsibility for compliance when using service providers
- Assessing cloud providers (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) for compliance alignment
- Reviewing Attestations of Compliance (AOC) from vendors
- Monitoring vendor compliance status over time
- Managing onboarding and offboarding of third-party access
- Tracking subcontractor relationships and cascading requirements
- Conducting periodic vendor risk assessments
- Using questionnaires and checklists for vendor validation
- Documenting vendor management processes for auditors
- Establishing escalation paths for non-compliant vendors
- Integrating vendor risk into enterprise risk management
- Communicating expectations clearly in procurement contracts
Module 10: Assessment and Validation - Preparing for Audit Success - Determining your validation type: SAQ vs. ROC
- Understanding the four SAQ types: A, B, C, D, and their variants
- Choosing the correct SAQ based on your environment and processing model
- Completing an SAQ step-by-step with real-world examples
- The role of a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) in ROC projects
- Preparing documentation for a QSA engagement
- Scheduling on-site assessments and interviews
- Conducting internal readiness assessments before external audits
- Mapping evidence to each PCI DSS requirement
- Organizing audit binders and digital evidence repositories
- Handling inquiries and clarification requests from assessors
- Addressing findings and remediating gaps
- Submitting the Attestation of Compliance (AOC)
- Filing the ROC or SAQ with your acquiring bank
- Tracking deadlines and submission timelines
Module 11: Specialized Environments - Tailoring Compliance to Your Setup - PCI DSS in e-commerce and online payment gateways
- Hosted payment pages and iframe solutions
- Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) devices and solutions
- Validating P2PE compliance for hardware terminals
- Mail and telephone order (MOTO) environments
- Handling card data over email and voice
- Securing IVR systems and call recordings
- PCI considerations for contact centers
- Using EMV chip technology and its impact on liability
- Compliance for mobile payment apps and digital wallets
- Securing QR code-based payment systems
- Managing multi-tenant environments in service providers
- PCI DSS for fintech and neobank startups
- Global compliance: Handling multiple regional requirements
- Integrating PSD2, SCA, and 3DS2 with PCI DSS
Module 12: Advanced Topics - Elevating Your Compliance Maturity - Transitioning from compliance to continuous security
- Integrating PCI DSS with a broader GRC framework
- Using metrics and KPIs to measure compliance health
- Automating evidence collection with configuration management tools
- Implementing continuous compliance monitoring platforms
- Conducting red team exercises within PCI boundaries
- Building a compliance culture across the organization
- Training non-technical staff on their PCI responsibilities
- Presenting compliance status to executive leadership
- Aligning PCI initiatives with cybersecurity insurance requirements
- Using PCI DSS as a foundation for other regulatory programs
- Preparing for future versions of PCI DSS (e.g., v4.0+)
- Understanding intent-based requirements and custom implementations
- Designing and documenting compensating controls effectively
- Evolving from checklist compliance to strategic risk management
Module 13: Real-World Implementation Projects - Project 1: Mapping your organization’s card data flow
- Project 2: Drafting a complete Information Security Policy
- Project 3: Conducting a gap analysis against the 12 requirements
- Project 4: Designing a network segmentation strategy
- Project 5: Selecting and completing the correct SAQ
- Project 6: Building a vendor risk assessment template
- Project 7: Creating a quarterly vulnerability scan process
- Project 8: Developing a log review checklist
- Project 9: Writing an incident response plan for card breaches
- Project 10: Preparing an executive compliance dashboard
- Project 11: Implementing MFA for administrative access
- Project 12: Performing a full readiness assessment before audit
- Project 13: Documenting a compensating control for a legacy system
- Project 14: Building a data retention and destruction schedule
- Project 15: Conducting a tabletop exercise for breach response
Module 14: Certification and Career Advancement - Final exam: Comprehensive assessment of PCI DSS knowledge
- Reviewing key areas before certification
- How to use your Certificate of Completion on LinkedIn and resumes
- Positioning your PCI DSS expertise in job interviews
- Career paths: QSA, PCI Consultant, GRC Analyst, CISO
- Bridging PCI knowledge to CISSP, CISM, and CISA credentials
- Networking with compliance professionals globally
- Joining PCI Security Standards Council resources
- Accessing continuing education credits (CPEs)
- Updating your certificate with future course editions
- Using your project portfolio as proof of applied skills
- Presenting your work to hiring managers and audit firms
- Transitioning into consulting roles with documented methodologies
- Establishing personal authority in organizational compliance efforts
- Continuously improving through community feedback and updates
- Introduction to payment card industry data security standards
- Historical context: How breaches shaped the evolution of PCI DSS
- The role of the PCI Security Standards Council
- Understanding the four primary stakeholders: Acquirers, issuers, processors, merchants
- Distinguishing between compliance and security: Why both matter
- Overview of the 12 core PCI DSS requirements
- Key terminology: CDE, PAN, SAD, ASV, QSA, ROC, SAQ
- The difference between compliance validation and security posture
- Identifying common misconceptions about PCI DSS
- Mapping PCI DSS to other frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR
- Understanding liability in the event of non-compliance
- Recognizing the business value of proactive compliance
- How PCI DSS supports customer trust and brand protection
- Introduction to the self-assessment questionnaire (SAQ) types
- Determining your merchant level based on transaction volume
Module 2: Building a Compliant Environment - Core Architecture Principles - Designing network segmentation to reduce PCI scope
- Defining and identifying the Cardholder Data Environment (CDE)
- Secure firewall configuration best practices
- Managing default system passwords and security parameters
- Implementing secure remote access solutions
- Configuring routers and switches to meet Requirement 1 standards
- Network diagrams: Requirements, formats, and documentation standards
- Using VLANs and ACLs to isolate sensitive systems
- Secure wireless network policies and authentication methods
- Requirements for wireless intrusion detection systems (WIDS)
- Documentation of network architecture changes
- Integrating PCI requirements with cloud infrastructure
- Securing virtualized environments in scope
- Avoiding common network misconfigurations that lead to failure
- Using network monitoring tools for ongoing validation
Module 3: Protecting Cardholder Data - Encryption and Storage Policies - Understanding primary account number (PAN) handling rules
- When and how PAN can be stored - with and without masking
- Strong encryption standards: AES, TDES, and key management
- Tokenization vs. encryption: Use cases and compliance impact
- Secure key management practices for symmetric and asymmetric keys
- Storage of sensitive authentication data (SAD): What is strictly prohibited
- Secure handling of truncated data across reports and logs
- Encryption of data at rest and data in transit
- Implementing TLS 1.2 or higher for data transmission
- Vendor solutions for data protection and PAN minimization
- Logging and alerting for unauthorized data access attempts
- Secure archiving and backup procedures for card data
- Using hashing for PAN storage when retrieval is not required
- Mapping data flows across applications, databases, and APIs
- Conducting data discovery scans to locate hidden PAN
Module 4: Vulnerability Management - Proactive Defense Strategies - Deploying and maintaining anti-virus software on all systems
- Defining what constitutes a “system” in the CDE
- Automating malware scans and update policies
- Implementing a secure software development lifecycle
- Securing web applications against OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
- Conducting regular internal and external vulnerability scans
- Scheduling quarterly scans with Approved Scanning Vendors (ASVs)
- Interpreting vulnerability scan reports and prioritizing remediation
- Using automated patch management systems
- Tracking patch compliance across distributed environments
- Integrating vulnerability data into risk assessments
- Managing zero-day threats within compliance frameworks
- Securing third-party code and open-source libraries
- Application whitelisting for critical systems
- Logging and monitoring for malware detection events
Module 5: Access Control - Identity, Authentication, and Least Privilege - Implementing role-based access control (RBAC) models
- Enforcing the principle of least privilege across systems
- Unique user IDs for all individuals with access to the CDE
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA) requirements for administrative access
- Managing shared and generic accounts securely
- Session timeouts for workstations and applications
- Restricting physical access to cardholder data systems
- Visitor logs and access badge requirements
- Remote access control policies and technical enforcement
- Managing privileged access for vendors and contractors
- Implementing just-in-time (JIT) access models
- Access review and recertification processes
- Separation of duties for key compliance and security functions
- Integrating identity providers (IdPs) with CDE systems
- Monitoring privileged user activity for anomalies
Module 6: Monitoring and Logging - Real-Time Visibility and Accountability - Configuring systems to generate comprehensive audit logs
- Key events that must be logged: access, changes, errors
- Protecting logs from tampering and unauthorized deletion
- Centralized logging solutions and SIEM integration
- Log retention requirements: 90 days minimum, 1 year recommended
- Automated alerting for suspicious log entries
- Time synchronization across all systems (NTP)
- Regular log review procedures and shift handover protocols
- Using logs to support forensic investigations
- Correlating logs across network, system, and application layers
- Documenting log management policies and responsibilities
- Ensuring log integrity through hashing and digital signatures
- Handling log review for outsourced environments
- Integrating logging with incident response playbooks
- Reporting log health to management and auditors
Module 7: Policy and Documentation - The Backbone of Compliance - Developing a comprehensive Information Security Policy (ISP)
- Creating a dedicated PCI DSS compliance policy document
- Establishing an annual policy review and update cycle
- Defining roles and responsibilities for compliance ownership
- Drafting data retention and destruction policies
- Incident response planning aligned with PCI DSS Requirement 12.10
- Business continuity and disaster recovery planning
- Vendor management policies and due diligence checklists
- Acceptable use policies for employees and contractors
- Change management procedures for the CDE
- Secure disposal procedures for hardware and media
- Developing and maintaining a risk assessment process
- Annual risk assessments: Format, depth, and stakeholder input
- Documenting compensating controls when needed
- Creating and maintaining a compliance roadmap
Module 8: Secure Systems and Applications - Configuration and Development - Using secure system configuration baselines (gold images)
- Disabling unnecessary services, ports, and protocols
- Implementing secure configuration for databases in scope
- Hardening operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS)
- Secure configuration of web servers and application servers
- Managing default accounts and administrative interfaces
- Secure software development: Secure coding practices
- Integrating security requirements into SDLC
- Performing code reviews and static analysis
- Dynamic application security testing (DAST) basics
- Using web application firewalls (WAFs) as a protective control
- Configuring WAFs to meet PCI DSS Requirement 6.6
- Secure API design and authentication for card data flows
- Protecting mobile applications that handle payment data
- Managing container security in cloud-native environments
Module 9: Third-Party and Vendor Risk Management - Identifying all third parties with access to the CDE
- Conducting vendor due diligence assessments
- Requiring written agreements with PCI DSS obligations
- Determining responsibility for compliance when using service providers
- Assessing cloud providers (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) for compliance alignment
- Reviewing Attestations of Compliance (AOC) from vendors
- Monitoring vendor compliance status over time
- Managing onboarding and offboarding of third-party access
- Tracking subcontractor relationships and cascading requirements
- Conducting periodic vendor risk assessments
- Using questionnaires and checklists for vendor validation
- Documenting vendor management processes for auditors
- Establishing escalation paths for non-compliant vendors
- Integrating vendor risk into enterprise risk management
- Communicating expectations clearly in procurement contracts
Module 10: Assessment and Validation - Preparing for Audit Success - Determining your validation type: SAQ vs. ROC
- Understanding the four SAQ types: A, B, C, D, and their variants
- Choosing the correct SAQ based on your environment and processing model
- Completing an SAQ step-by-step with real-world examples
- The role of a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) in ROC projects
- Preparing documentation for a QSA engagement
- Scheduling on-site assessments and interviews
- Conducting internal readiness assessments before external audits
- Mapping evidence to each PCI DSS requirement
- Organizing audit binders and digital evidence repositories
- Handling inquiries and clarification requests from assessors
- Addressing findings and remediating gaps
- Submitting the Attestation of Compliance (AOC)
- Filing the ROC or SAQ with your acquiring bank
- Tracking deadlines and submission timelines
Module 11: Specialized Environments - Tailoring Compliance to Your Setup - PCI DSS in e-commerce and online payment gateways
- Hosted payment pages and iframe solutions
- Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) devices and solutions
- Validating P2PE compliance for hardware terminals
- Mail and telephone order (MOTO) environments
- Handling card data over email and voice
- Securing IVR systems and call recordings
- PCI considerations for contact centers
- Using EMV chip technology and its impact on liability
- Compliance for mobile payment apps and digital wallets
- Securing QR code-based payment systems
- Managing multi-tenant environments in service providers
- PCI DSS for fintech and neobank startups
- Global compliance: Handling multiple regional requirements
- Integrating PSD2, SCA, and 3DS2 with PCI DSS
Module 12: Advanced Topics - Elevating Your Compliance Maturity - Transitioning from compliance to continuous security
- Integrating PCI DSS with a broader GRC framework
- Using metrics and KPIs to measure compliance health
- Automating evidence collection with configuration management tools
- Implementing continuous compliance monitoring platforms
- Conducting red team exercises within PCI boundaries
- Building a compliance culture across the organization
- Training non-technical staff on their PCI responsibilities
- Presenting compliance status to executive leadership
- Aligning PCI initiatives with cybersecurity insurance requirements
- Using PCI DSS as a foundation for other regulatory programs
- Preparing for future versions of PCI DSS (e.g., v4.0+)
- Understanding intent-based requirements and custom implementations
- Designing and documenting compensating controls effectively
- Evolving from checklist compliance to strategic risk management
Module 13: Real-World Implementation Projects - Project 1: Mapping your organization’s card data flow
- Project 2: Drafting a complete Information Security Policy
- Project 3: Conducting a gap analysis against the 12 requirements
- Project 4: Designing a network segmentation strategy
- Project 5: Selecting and completing the correct SAQ
- Project 6: Building a vendor risk assessment template
- Project 7: Creating a quarterly vulnerability scan process
- Project 8: Developing a log review checklist
- Project 9: Writing an incident response plan for card breaches
- Project 10: Preparing an executive compliance dashboard
- Project 11: Implementing MFA for administrative access
- Project 12: Performing a full readiness assessment before audit
- Project 13: Documenting a compensating control for a legacy system
- Project 14: Building a data retention and destruction schedule
- Project 15: Conducting a tabletop exercise for breach response
Module 14: Certification and Career Advancement - Final exam: Comprehensive assessment of PCI DSS knowledge
- Reviewing key areas before certification
- How to use your Certificate of Completion on LinkedIn and resumes
- Positioning your PCI DSS expertise in job interviews
- Career paths: QSA, PCI Consultant, GRC Analyst, CISO
- Bridging PCI knowledge to CISSP, CISM, and CISA credentials
- Networking with compliance professionals globally
- Joining PCI Security Standards Council resources
- Accessing continuing education credits (CPEs)
- Updating your certificate with future course editions
- Using your project portfolio as proof of applied skills
- Presenting your work to hiring managers and audit firms
- Transitioning into consulting roles with documented methodologies
- Establishing personal authority in organizational compliance efforts
- Continuously improving through community feedback and updates
- Understanding primary account number (PAN) handling rules
- When and how PAN can be stored - with and without masking
- Strong encryption standards: AES, TDES, and key management
- Tokenization vs. encryption: Use cases and compliance impact
- Secure key management practices for symmetric and asymmetric keys
- Storage of sensitive authentication data (SAD): What is strictly prohibited
- Secure handling of truncated data across reports and logs
- Encryption of data at rest and data in transit
- Implementing TLS 1.2 or higher for data transmission
- Vendor solutions for data protection and PAN minimization
- Logging and alerting for unauthorized data access attempts
- Secure archiving and backup procedures for card data
- Using hashing for PAN storage when retrieval is not required
- Mapping data flows across applications, databases, and APIs
- Conducting data discovery scans to locate hidden PAN
Module 4: Vulnerability Management - Proactive Defense Strategies - Deploying and maintaining anti-virus software on all systems
- Defining what constitutes a “system” in the CDE
- Automating malware scans and update policies
- Implementing a secure software development lifecycle
- Securing web applications against OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
- Conducting regular internal and external vulnerability scans
- Scheduling quarterly scans with Approved Scanning Vendors (ASVs)
- Interpreting vulnerability scan reports and prioritizing remediation
- Using automated patch management systems
- Tracking patch compliance across distributed environments
- Integrating vulnerability data into risk assessments
- Managing zero-day threats within compliance frameworks
- Securing third-party code and open-source libraries
- Application whitelisting for critical systems
- Logging and monitoring for malware detection events
Module 5: Access Control - Identity, Authentication, and Least Privilege - Implementing role-based access control (RBAC) models
- Enforcing the principle of least privilege across systems
- Unique user IDs for all individuals with access to the CDE
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA) requirements for administrative access
- Managing shared and generic accounts securely
- Session timeouts for workstations and applications
- Restricting physical access to cardholder data systems
- Visitor logs and access badge requirements
- Remote access control policies and technical enforcement
- Managing privileged access for vendors and contractors
- Implementing just-in-time (JIT) access models
- Access review and recertification processes
- Separation of duties for key compliance and security functions
- Integrating identity providers (IdPs) with CDE systems
- Monitoring privileged user activity for anomalies
Module 6: Monitoring and Logging - Real-Time Visibility and Accountability - Configuring systems to generate comprehensive audit logs
- Key events that must be logged: access, changes, errors
- Protecting logs from tampering and unauthorized deletion
- Centralized logging solutions and SIEM integration
- Log retention requirements: 90 days minimum, 1 year recommended
- Automated alerting for suspicious log entries
- Time synchronization across all systems (NTP)
- Regular log review procedures and shift handover protocols
- Using logs to support forensic investigations
- Correlating logs across network, system, and application layers
- Documenting log management policies and responsibilities
- Ensuring log integrity through hashing and digital signatures
- Handling log review for outsourced environments
- Integrating logging with incident response playbooks
- Reporting log health to management and auditors
Module 7: Policy and Documentation - The Backbone of Compliance - Developing a comprehensive Information Security Policy (ISP)
- Creating a dedicated PCI DSS compliance policy document
- Establishing an annual policy review and update cycle
- Defining roles and responsibilities for compliance ownership
- Drafting data retention and destruction policies
- Incident response planning aligned with PCI DSS Requirement 12.10
- Business continuity and disaster recovery planning
- Vendor management policies and due diligence checklists
- Acceptable use policies for employees and contractors
- Change management procedures for the CDE
- Secure disposal procedures for hardware and media
- Developing and maintaining a risk assessment process
- Annual risk assessments: Format, depth, and stakeholder input
- Documenting compensating controls when needed
- Creating and maintaining a compliance roadmap
Module 8: Secure Systems and Applications - Configuration and Development - Using secure system configuration baselines (gold images)
- Disabling unnecessary services, ports, and protocols
- Implementing secure configuration for databases in scope
- Hardening operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS)
- Secure configuration of web servers and application servers
- Managing default accounts and administrative interfaces
- Secure software development: Secure coding practices
- Integrating security requirements into SDLC
- Performing code reviews and static analysis
- Dynamic application security testing (DAST) basics
- Using web application firewalls (WAFs) as a protective control
- Configuring WAFs to meet PCI DSS Requirement 6.6
- Secure API design and authentication for card data flows
- Protecting mobile applications that handle payment data
- Managing container security in cloud-native environments
Module 9: Third-Party and Vendor Risk Management - Identifying all third parties with access to the CDE
- Conducting vendor due diligence assessments
- Requiring written agreements with PCI DSS obligations
- Determining responsibility for compliance when using service providers
- Assessing cloud providers (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) for compliance alignment
- Reviewing Attestations of Compliance (AOC) from vendors
- Monitoring vendor compliance status over time
- Managing onboarding and offboarding of third-party access
- Tracking subcontractor relationships and cascading requirements
- Conducting periodic vendor risk assessments
- Using questionnaires and checklists for vendor validation
- Documenting vendor management processes for auditors
- Establishing escalation paths for non-compliant vendors
- Integrating vendor risk into enterprise risk management
- Communicating expectations clearly in procurement contracts
Module 10: Assessment and Validation - Preparing for Audit Success - Determining your validation type: SAQ vs. ROC
- Understanding the four SAQ types: A, B, C, D, and their variants
- Choosing the correct SAQ based on your environment and processing model
- Completing an SAQ step-by-step with real-world examples
- The role of a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) in ROC projects
- Preparing documentation for a QSA engagement
- Scheduling on-site assessments and interviews
- Conducting internal readiness assessments before external audits
- Mapping evidence to each PCI DSS requirement
- Organizing audit binders and digital evidence repositories
- Handling inquiries and clarification requests from assessors
- Addressing findings and remediating gaps
- Submitting the Attestation of Compliance (AOC)
- Filing the ROC or SAQ with your acquiring bank
- Tracking deadlines and submission timelines
Module 11: Specialized Environments - Tailoring Compliance to Your Setup - PCI DSS in e-commerce and online payment gateways
- Hosted payment pages and iframe solutions
- Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) devices and solutions
- Validating P2PE compliance for hardware terminals
- Mail and telephone order (MOTO) environments
- Handling card data over email and voice
- Securing IVR systems and call recordings
- PCI considerations for contact centers
- Using EMV chip technology and its impact on liability
- Compliance for mobile payment apps and digital wallets
- Securing QR code-based payment systems
- Managing multi-tenant environments in service providers
- PCI DSS for fintech and neobank startups
- Global compliance: Handling multiple regional requirements
- Integrating PSD2, SCA, and 3DS2 with PCI DSS
Module 12: Advanced Topics - Elevating Your Compliance Maturity - Transitioning from compliance to continuous security
- Integrating PCI DSS with a broader GRC framework
- Using metrics and KPIs to measure compliance health
- Automating evidence collection with configuration management tools
- Implementing continuous compliance monitoring platforms
- Conducting red team exercises within PCI boundaries
- Building a compliance culture across the organization
- Training non-technical staff on their PCI responsibilities
- Presenting compliance status to executive leadership
- Aligning PCI initiatives with cybersecurity insurance requirements
- Using PCI DSS as a foundation for other regulatory programs
- Preparing for future versions of PCI DSS (e.g., v4.0+)
- Understanding intent-based requirements and custom implementations
- Designing and documenting compensating controls effectively
- Evolving from checklist compliance to strategic risk management
Module 13: Real-World Implementation Projects - Project 1: Mapping your organization’s card data flow
- Project 2: Drafting a complete Information Security Policy
- Project 3: Conducting a gap analysis against the 12 requirements
- Project 4: Designing a network segmentation strategy
- Project 5: Selecting and completing the correct SAQ
- Project 6: Building a vendor risk assessment template
- Project 7: Creating a quarterly vulnerability scan process
- Project 8: Developing a log review checklist
- Project 9: Writing an incident response plan for card breaches
- Project 10: Preparing an executive compliance dashboard
- Project 11: Implementing MFA for administrative access
- Project 12: Performing a full readiness assessment before audit
- Project 13: Documenting a compensating control for a legacy system
- Project 14: Building a data retention and destruction schedule
- Project 15: Conducting a tabletop exercise for breach response
Module 14: Certification and Career Advancement - Final exam: Comprehensive assessment of PCI DSS knowledge
- Reviewing key areas before certification
- How to use your Certificate of Completion on LinkedIn and resumes
- Positioning your PCI DSS expertise in job interviews
- Career paths: QSA, PCI Consultant, GRC Analyst, CISO
- Bridging PCI knowledge to CISSP, CISM, and CISA credentials
- Networking with compliance professionals globally
- Joining PCI Security Standards Council resources
- Accessing continuing education credits (CPEs)
- Updating your certificate with future course editions
- Using your project portfolio as proof of applied skills
- Presenting your work to hiring managers and audit firms
- Transitioning into consulting roles with documented methodologies
- Establishing personal authority in organizational compliance efforts
- Continuously improving through community feedback and updates
- Implementing role-based access control (RBAC) models
- Enforcing the principle of least privilege across systems
- Unique user IDs for all individuals with access to the CDE
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA) requirements for administrative access
- Managing shared and generic accounts securely
- Session timeouts for workstations and applications
- Restricting physical access to cardholder data systems
- Visitor logs and access badge requirements
- Remote access control policies and technical enforcement
- Managing privileged access for vendors and contractors
- Implementing just-in-time (JIT) access models
- Access review and recertification processes
- Separation of duties for key compliance and security functions
- Integrating identity providers (IdPs) with CDE systems
- Monitoring privileged user activity for anomalies
Module 6: Monitoring and Logging - Real-Time Visibility and Accountability - Configuring systems to generate comprehensive audit logs
- Key events that must be logged: access, changes, errors
- Protecting logs from tampering and unauthorized deletion
- Centralized logging solutions and SIEM integration
- Log retention requirements: 90 days minimum, 1 year recommended
- Automated alerting for suspicious log entries
- Time synchronization across all systems (NTP)
- Regular log review procedures and shift handover protocols
- Using logs to support forensic investigations
- Correlating logs across network, system, and application layers
- Documenting log management policies and responsibilities
- Ensuring log integrity through hashing and digital signatures
- Handling log review for outsourced environments
- Integrating logging with incident response playbooks
- Reporting log health to management and auditors
Module 7: Policy and Documentation - The Backbone of Compliance - Developing a comprehensive Information Security Policy (ISP)
- Creating a dedicated PCI DSS compliance policy document
- Establishing an annual policy review and update cycle
- Defining roles and responsibilities for compliance ownership
- Drafting data retention and destruction policies
- Incident response planning aligned with PCI DSS Requirement 12.10
- Business continuity and disaster recovery planning
- Vendor management policies and due diligence checklists
- Acceptable use policies for employees and contractors
- Change management procedures for the CDE
- Secure disposal procedures for hardware and media
- Developing and maintaining a risk assessment process
- Annual risk assessments: Format, depth, and stakeholder input
- Documenting compensating controls when needed
- Creating and maintaining a compliance roadmap
Module 8: Secure Systems and Applications - Configuration and Development - Using secure system configuration baselines (gold images)
- Disabling unnecessary services, ports, and protocols
- Implementing secure configuration for databases in scope
- Hardening operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS)
- Secure configuration of web servers and application servers
- Managing default accounts and administrative interfaces
- Secure software development: Secure coding practices
- Integrating security requirements into SDLC
- Performing code reviews and static analysis
- Dynamic application security testing (DAST) basics
- Using web application firewalls (WAFs) as a protective control
- Configuring WAFs to meet PCI DSS Requirement 6.6
- Secure API design and authentication for card data flows
- Protecting mobile applications that handle payment data
- Managing container security in cloud-native environments
Module 9: Third-Party and Vendor Risk Management - Identifying all third parties with access to the CDE
- Conducting vendor due diligence assessments
- Requiring written agreements with PCI DSS obligations
- Determining responsibility for compliance when using service providers
- Assessing cloud providers (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) for compliance alignment
- Reviewing Attestations of Compliance (AOC) from vendors
- Monitoring vendor compliance status over time
- Managing onboarding and offboarding of third-party access
- Tracking subcontractor relationships and cascading requirements
- Conducting periodic vendor risk assessments
- Using questionnaires and checklists for vendor validation
- Documenting vendor management processes for auditors
- Establishing escalation paths for non-compliant vendors
- Integrating vendor risk into enterprise risk management
- Communicating expectations clearly in procurement contracts
Module 10: Assessment and Validation - Preparing for Audit Success - Determining your validation type: SAQ vs. ROC
- Understanding the four SAQ types: A, B, C, D, and their variants
- Choosing the correct SAQ based on your environment and processing model
- Completing an SAQ step-by-step with real-world examples
- The role of a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) in ROC projects
- Preparing documentation for a QSA engagement
- Scheduling on-site assessments and interviews
- Conducting internal readiness assessments before external audits
- Mapping evidence to each PCI DSS requirement
- Organizing audit binders and digital evidence repositories
- Handling inquiries and clarification requests from assessors
- Addressing findings and remediating gaps
- Submitting the Attestation of Compliance (AOC)
- Filing the ROC or SAQ with your acquiring bank
- Tracking deadlines and submission timelines
Module 11: Specialized Environments - Tailoring Compliance to Your Setup - PCI DSS in e-commerce and online payment gateways
- Hosted payment pages and iframe solutions
- Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) devices and solutions
- Validating P2PE compliance for hardware terminals
- Mail and telephone order (MOTO) environments
- Handling card data over email and voice
- Securing IVR systems and call recordings
- PCI considerations for contact centers
- Using EMV chip technology and its impact on liability
- Compliance for mobile payment apps and digital wallets
- Securing QR code-based payment systems
- Managing multi-tenant environments in service providers
- PCI DSS for fintech and neobank startups
- Global compliance: Handling multiple regional requirements
- Integrating PSD2, SCA, and 3DS2 with PCI DSS
Module 12: Advanced Topics - Elevating Your Compliance Maturity - Transitioning from compliance to continuous security
- Integrating PCI DSS with a broader GRC framework
- Using metrics and KPIs to measure compliance health
- Automating evidence collection with configuration management tools
- Implementing continuous compliance monitoring platforms
- Conducting red team exercises within PCI boundaries
- Building a compliance culture across the organization
- Training non-technical staff on their PCI responsibilities
- Presenting compliance status to executive leadership
- Aligning PCI initiatives with cybersecurity insurance requirements
- Using PCI DSS as a foundation for other regulatory programs
- Preparing for future versions of PCI DSS (e.g., v4.0+)
- Understanding intent-based requirements and custom implementations
- Designing and documenting compensating controls effectively
- Evolving from checklist compliance to strategic risk management
Module 13: Real-World Implementation Projects - Project 1: Mapping your organization’s card data flow
- Project 2: Drafting a complete Information Security Policy
- Project 3: Conducting a gap analysis against the 12 requirements
- Project 4: Designing a network segmentation strategy
- Project 5: Selecting and completing the correct SAQ
- Project 6: Building a vendor risk assessment template
- Project 7: Creating a quarterly vulnerability scan process
- Project 8: Developing a log review checklist
- Project 9: Writing an incident response plan for card breaches
- Project 10: Preparing an executive compliance dashboard
- Project 11: Implementing MFA for administrative access
- Project 12: Performing a full readiness assessment before audit
- Project 13: Documenting a compensating control for a legacy system
- Project 14: Building a data retention and destruction schedule
- Project 15: Conducting a tabletop exercise for breach response
Module 14: Certification and Career Advancement - Final exam: Comprehensive assessment of PCI DSS knowledge
- Reviewing key areas before certification
- How to use your Certificate of Completion on LinkedIn and resumes
- Positioning your PCI DSS expertise in job interviews
- Career paths: QSA, PCI Consultant, GRC Analyst, CISO
- Bridging PCI knowledge to CISSP, CISM, and CISA credentials
- Networking with compliance professionals globally
- Joining PCI Security Standards Council resources
- Accessing continuing education credits (CPEs)
- Updating your certificate with future course editions
- Using your project portfolio as proof of applied skills
- Presenting your work to hiring managers and audit firms
- Transitioning into consulting roles with documented methodologies
- Establishing personal authority in organizational compliance efforts
- Continuously improving through community feedback and updates
- Developing a comprehensive Information Security Policy (ISP)
- Creating a dedicated PCI DSS compliance policy document
- Establishing an annual policy review and update cycle
- Defining roles and responsibilities for compliance ownership
- Drafting data retention and destruction policies
- Incident response planning aligned with PCI DSS Requirement 12.10
- Business continuity and disaster recovery planning
- Vendor management policies and due diligence checklists
- Acceptable use policies for employees and contractors
- Change management procedures for the CDE
- Secure disposal procedures for hardware and media
- Developing and maintaining a risk assessment process
- Annual risk assessments: Format, depth, and stakeholder input
- Documenting compensating controls when needed
- Creating and maintaining a compliance roadmap
Module 8: Secure Systems and Applications - Configuration and Development - Using secure system configuration baselines (gold images)
- Disabling unnecessary services, ports, and protocols
- Implementing secure configuration for databases in scope
- Hardening operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS)
- Secure configuration of web servers and application servers
- Managing default accounts and administrative interfaces
- Secure software development: Secure coding practices
- Integrating security requirements into SDLC
- Performing code reviews and static analysis
- Dynamic application security testing (DAST) basics
- Using web application firewalls (WAFs) as a protective control
- Configuring WAFs to meet PCI DSS Requirement 6.6
- Secure API design and authentication for card data flows
- Protecting mobile applications that handle payment data
- Managing container security in cloud-native environments
Module 9: Third-Party and Vendor Risk Management - Identifying all third parties with access to the CDE
- Conducting vendor due diligence assessments
- Requiring written agreements with PCI DSS obligations
- Determining responsibility for compliance when using service providers
- Assessing cloud providers (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) for compliance alignment
- Reviewing Attestations of Compliance (AOC) from vendors
- Monitoring vendor compliance status over time
- Managing onboarding and offboarding of third-party access
- Tracking subcontractor relationships and cascading requirements
- Conducting periodic vendor risk assessments
- Using questionnaires and checklists for vendor validation
- Documenting vendor management processes for auditors
- Establishing escalation paths for non-compliant vendors
- Integrating vendor risk into enterprise risk management
- Communicating expectations clearly in procurement contracts
Module 10: Assessment and Validation - Preparing for Audit Success - Determining your validation type: SAQ vs. ROC
- Understanding the four SAQ types: A, B, C, D, and their variants
- Choosing the correct SAQ based on your environment and processing model
- Completing an SAQ step-by-step with real-world examples
- The role of a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) in ROC projects
- Preparing documentation for a QSA engagement
- Scheduling on-site assessments and interviews
- Conducting internal readiness assessments before external audits
- Mapping evidence to each PCI DSS requirement
- Organizing audit binders and digital evidence repositories
- Handling inquiries and clarification requests from assessors
- Addressing findings and remediating gaps
- Submitting the Attestation of Compliance (AOC)
- Filing the ROC or SAQ with your acquiring bank
- Tracking deadlines and submission timelines
Module 11: Specialized Environments - Tailoring Compliance to Your Setup - PCI DSS in e-commerce and online payment gateways
- Hosted payment pages and iframe solutions
- Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) devices and solutions
- Validating P2PE compliance for hardware terminals
- Mail and telephone order (MOTO) environments
- Handling card data over email and voice
- Securing IVR systems and call recordings
- PCI considerations for contact centers
- Using EMV chip technology and its impact on liability
- Compliance for mobile payment apps and digital wallets
- Securing QR code-based payment systems
- Managing multi-tenant environments in service providers
- PCI DSS for fintech and neobank startups
- Global compliance: Handling multiple regional requirements
- Integrating PSD2, SCA, and 3DS2 with PCI DSS
Module 12: Advanced Topics - Elevating Your Compliance Maturity - Transitioning from compliance to continuous security
- Integrating PCI DSS with a broader GRC framework
- Using metrics and KPIs to measure compliance health
- Automating evidence collection with configuration management tools
- Implementing continuous compliance monitoring platforms
- Conducting red team exercises within PCI boundaries
- Building a compliance culture across the organization
- Training non-technical staff on their PCI responsibilities
- Presenting compliance status to executive leadership
- Aligning PCI initiatives with cybersecurity insurance requirements
- Using PCI DSS as a foundation for other regulatory programs
- Preparing for future versions of PCI DSS (e.g., v4.0+)
- Understanding intent-based requirements and custom implementations
- Designing and documenting compensating controls effectively
- Evolving from checklist compliance to strategic risk management
Module 13: Real-World Implementation Projects - Project 1: Mapping your organization’s card data flow
- Project 2: Drafting a complete Information Security Policy
- Project 3: Conducting a gap analysis against the 12 requirements
- Project 4: Designing a network segmentation strategy
- Project 5: Selecting and completing the correct SAQ
- Project 6: Building a vendor risk assessment template
- Project 7: Creating a quarterly vulnerability scan process
- Project 8: Developing a log review checklist
- Project 9: Writing an incident response plan for card breaches
- Project 10: Preparing an executive compliance dashboard
- Project 11: Implementing MFA for administrative access
- Project 12: Performing a full readiness assessment before audit
- Project 13: Documenting a compensating control for a legacy system
- Project 14: Building a data retention and destruction schedule
- Project 15: Conducting a tabletop exercise for breach response
Module 14: Certification and Career Advancement - Final exam: Comprehensive assessment of PCI DSS knowledge
- Reviewing key areas before certification
- How to use your Certificate of Completion on LinkedIn and resumes
- Positioning your PCI DSS expertise in job interviews
- Career paths: QSA, PCI Consultant, GRC Analyst, CISO
- Bridging PCI knowledge to CISSP, CISM, and CISA credentials
- Networking with compliance professionals globally
- Joining PCI Security Standards Council resources
- Accessing continuing education credits (CPEs)
- Updating your certificate with future course editions
- Using your project portfolio as proof of applied skills
- Presenting your work to hiring managers and audit firms
- Transitioning into consulting roles with documented methodologies
- Establishing personal authority in organizational compliance efforts
- Continuously improving through community feedback and updates
- Identifying all third parties with access to the CDE
- Conducting vendor due diligence assessments
- Requiring written agreements with PCI DSS obligations
- Determining responsibility for compliance when using service providers
- Assessing cloud providers (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) for compliance alignment
- Reviewing Attestations of Compliance (AOC) from vendors
- Monitoring vendor compliance status over time
- Managing onboarding and offboarding of third-party access
- Tracking subcontractor relationships and cascading requirements
- Conducting periodic vendor risk assessments
- Using questionnaires and checklists for vendor validation
- Documenting vendor management processes for auditors
- Establishing escalation paths for non-compliant vendors
- Integrating vendor risk into enterprise risk management
- Communicating expectations clearly in procurement contracts
Module 10: Assessment and Validation - Preparing for Audit Success - Determining your validation type: SAQ vs. ROC
- Understanding the four SAQ types: A, B, C, D, and their variants
- Choosing the correct SAQ based on your environment and processing model
- Completing an SAQ step-by-step with real-world examples
- The role of a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) in ROC projects
- Preparing documentation for a QSA engagement
- Scheduling on-site assessments and interviews
- Conducting internal readiness assessments before external audits
- Mapping evidence to each PCI DSS requirement
- Organizing audit binders and digital evidence repositories
- Handling inquiries and clarification requests from assessors
- Addressing findings and remediating gaps
- Submitting the Attestation of Compliance (AOC)
- Filing the ROC or SAQ with your acquiring bank
- Tracking deadlines and submission timelines
Module 11: Specialized Environments - Tailoring Compliance to Your Setup - PCI DSS in e-commerce and online payment gateways
- Hosted payment pages and iframe solutions
- Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) devices and solutions
- Validating P2PE compliance for hardware terminals
- Mail and telephone order (MOTO) environments
- Handling card data over email and voice
- Securing IVR systems and call recordings
- PCI considerations for contact centers
- Using EMV chip technology and its impact on liability
- Compliance for mobile payment apps and digital wallets
- Securing QR code-based payment systems
- Managing multi-tenant environments in service providers
- PCI DSS for fintech and neobank startups
- Global compliance: Handling multiple regional requirements
- Integrating PSD2, SCA, and 3DS2 with PCI DSS
Module 12: Advanced Topics - Elevating Your Compliance Maturity - Transitioning from compliance to continuous security
- Integrating PCI DSS with a broader GRC framework
- Using metrics and KPIs to measure compliance health
- Automating evidence collection with configuration management tools
- Implementing continuous compliance monitoring platforms
- Conducting red team exercises within PCI boundaries
- Building a compliance culture across the organization
- Training non-technical staff on their PCI responsibilities
- Presenting compliance status to executive leadership
- Aligning PCI initiatives with cybersecurity insurance requirements
- Using PCI DSS as a foundation for other regulatory programs
- Preparing for future versions of PCI DSS (e.g., v4.0+)
- Understanding intent-based requirements and custom implementations
- Designing and documenting compensating controls effectively
- Evolving from checklist compliance to strategic risk management
Module 13: Real-World Implementation Projects - Project 1: Mapping your organization’s card data flow
- Project 2: Drafting a complete Information Security Policy
- Project 3: Conducting a gap analysis against the 12 requirements
- Project 4: Designing a network segmentation strategy
- Project 5: Selecting and completing the correct SAQ
- Project 6: Building a vendor risk assessment template
- Project 7: Creating a quarterly vulnerability scan process
- Project 8: Developing a log review checklist
- Project 9: Writing an incident response plan for card breaches
- Project 10: Preparing an executive compliance dashboard
- Project 11: Implementing MFA for administrative access
- Project 12: Performing a full readiness assessment before audit
- Project 13: Documenting a compensating control for a legacy system
- Project 14: Building a data retention and destruction schedule
- Project 15: Conducting a tabletop exercise for breach response
Module 14: Certification and Career Advancement - Final exam: Comprehensive assessment of PCI DSS knowledge
- Reviewing key areas before certification
- How to use your Certificate of Completion on LinkedIn and resumes
- Positioning your PCI DSS expertise in job interviews
- Career paths: QSA, PCI Consultant, GRC Analyst, CISO
- Bridging PCI knowledge to CISSP, CISM, and CISA credentials
- Networking with compliance professionals globally
- Joining PCI Security Standards Council resources
- Accessing continuing education credits (CPEs)
- Updating your certificate with future course editions
- Using your project portfolio as proof of applied skills
- Presenting your work to hiring managers and audit firms
- Transitioning into consulting roles with documented methodologies
- Establishing personal authority in organizational compliance efforts
- Continuously improving through community feedback and updates
- PCI DSS in e-commerce and online payment gateways
- Hosted payment pages and iframe solutions
- Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) devices and solutions
- Validating P2PE compliance for hardware terminals
- Mail and telephone order (MOTO) environments
- Handling card data over email and voice
- Securing IVR systems and call recordings
- PCI considerations for contact centers
- Using EMV chip technology and its impact on liability
- Compliance for mobile payment apps and digital wallets
- Securing QR code-based payment systems
- Managing multi-tenant environments in service providers
- PCI DSS for fintech and neobank startups
- Global compliance: Handling multiple regional requirements
- Integrating PSD2, SCA, and 3DS2 with PCI DSS
Module 12: Advanced Topics - Elevating Your Compliance Maturity - Transitioning from compliance to continuous security
- Integrating PCI DSS with a broader GRC framework
- Using metrics and KPIs to measure compliance health
- Automating evidence collection with configuration management tools
- Implementing continuous compliance monitoring platforms
- Conducting red team exercises within PCI boundaries
- Building a compliance culture across the organization
- Training non-technical staff on their PCI responsibilities
- Presenting compliance status to executive leadership
- Aligning PCI initiatives with cybersecurity insurance requirements
- Using PCI DSS as a foundation for other regulatory programs
- Preparing for future versions of PCI DSS (e.g., v4.0+)
- Understanding intent-based requirements and custom implementations
- Designing and documenting compensating controls effectively
- Evolving from checklist compliance to strategic risk management
Module 13: Real-World Implementation Projects - Project 1: Mapping your organization’s card data flow
- Project 2: Drafting a complete Information Security Policy
- Project 3: Conducting a gap analysis against the 12 requirements
- Project 4: Designing a network segmentation strategy
- Project 5: Selecting and completing the correct SAQ
- Project 6: Building a vendor risk assessment template
- Project 7: Creating a quarterly vulnerability scan process
- Project 8: Developing a log review checklist
- Project 9: Writing an incident response plan for card breaches
- Project 10: Preparing an executive compliance dashboard
- Project 11: Implementing MFA for administrative access
- Project 12: Performing a full readiness assessment before audit
- Project 13: Documenting a compensating control for a legacy system
- Project 14: Building a data retention and destruction schedule
- Project 15: Conducting a tabletop exercise for breach response
Module 14: Certification and Career Advancement - Final exam: Comprehensive assessment of PCI DSS knowledge
- Reviewing key areas before certification
- How to use your Certificate of Completion on LinkedIn and resumes
- Positioning your PCI DSS expertise in job interviews
- Career paths: QSA, PCI Consultant, GRC Analyst, CISO
- Bridging PCI knowledge to CISSP, CISM, and CISA credentials
- Networking with compliance professionals globally
- Joining PCI Security Standards Council resources
- Accessing continuing education credits (CPEs)
- Updating your certificate with future course editions
- Using your project portfolio as proof of applied skills
- Presenting your work to hiring managers and audit firms
- Transitioning into consulting roles with documented methodologies
- Establishing personal authority in organizational compliance efforts
- Continuously improving through community feedback and updates
- Project 1: Mapping your organization’s card data flow
- Project 2: Drafting a complete Information Security Policy
- Project 3: Conducting a gap analysis against the 12 requirements
- Project 4: Designing a network segmentation strategy
- Project 5: Selecting and completing the correct SAQ
- Project 6: Building a vendor risk assessment template
- Project 7: Creating a quarterly vulnerability scan process
- Project 8: Developing a log review checklist
- Project 9: Writing an incident response plan for card breaches
- Project 10: Preparing an executive compliance dashboard
- Project 11: Implementing MFA for administrative access
- Project 12: Performing a full readiness assessment before audit
- Project 13: Documenting a compensating control for a legacy system
- Project 14: Building a data retention and destruction schedule
- Project 15: Conducting a tabletop exercise for breach response