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CMP4790 Mastering PCI DSS for Technical Managers Leading BI Initiatives

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Mastering PCI DSS for Technical Managers Leading BI Initiatives

A structured path to owning compliance-critical decisions in payments and data infrastructure

$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning 30-day money-back guarantee Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Most technical leaders in regulated environments react to audit scope, but few shape it from the start.

The situation this course is for

Even strong contributors get sidelined in compliance cycles because they lack the structured language to assert boundary decisions. The result? Re-work, misaligned controls, and visibility only at execution level, not design.

Who this is for

Technical Managers in financial services who lead BI or data infrastructure and are increasingly drawn into compliance discussions around payment data, access controls, and system segmentation.

Who this is not for

Entry-level analysts, auditors focused on checklists, or leaders outside technical data environments.

What you walk away with

  • Confidently define and defend in-scope systems during PCI DSS audits
  • Produce documentation that aligns technical decisions with control objectives
  • Anticipate assessor questions and prepare evidence proactively
  • Position yourself as the go-to voice on data pipeline compliance in payment contexts
  • Reduce rework by aligning engineering choices with compliance expectations up front

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. Foundations of PCI DSS in Data-Centric Environments
Establish a working knowledge of PCI DSS applicability, especially as it intersects with BI and data platforms. Understand how payment data flows trigger scope inclusion and common misconceptions in non-payment-facing teams.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Defining payment card data in modern data architectures
  2. Understanding the 12 PCI DSS requirements at a functional level
  3. How data segmentation affects compliance scope
  4. Common myths about 'indirect' exposure to card data
  5. Mapping data pipelines to PCI DSS scope boundaries
  6. Role of logging and access controls in initial assessment
  7. Difference between storage, processing, and transmission
  8. How BI tools can inadvertently expand compliance footprint
  9. Initial red flags in dashboard access patterns
  10. The importance of data lineage for PCI compliance
  11. Third-party components in reporting systems and risk
  12. Building a minimalist scope-first mindset
Module 2. Scope Definition and Boundary Management
Learn how to formally define and defend scope in technical environments. Focus on segmentation, trust zones, and documenting exclusion justifications that hold up under review.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Using network diagrams to clarify in-scope systems
  2. Documenting segmentation with technical evidence
  3. How to justify exclusion of reporting systems
  4. Common pitfalls in virtualized and cloud environments
  5. Proving isolation between BI and transactional layers
  6. Firewall rules as compliance artefacts
  7. Data masking and tokenization as scope-reduction tools
  8. Justifying 'out of scope' status for analytics platforms
  9. Handling shared services in PCI contexts
  10. Segmentation validation timing and expectations
  11. The role of change control in scope stability
  12. Preparing for assessor challenges to boundary decisions
Module 3. Access Control Design for Compliance Systems
Design identity and access management strategies that satisfy PCI DSS requirements while supporting operational needs in BI environments.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Defining least privilege in reporting platforms
  2. User provisioning workflows for dashboards
  3. Role-based access control in Power BI and similar tools
  4. Authentication requirements for data sources
  5. Session timeout settings in web-based analytics
  6. Password policies aligned with PCI DSS 8.2
  7. Multi-factor authentication for administrative access
  8. Logging access attempts and anomalies
  9. Separation of duties in data engineering teams
  10. Audit trail retention for access events
  11. Managing shared accounts responsibly
  12. Temporary access and break-glass procedures
Module 4. Secure Configuration and Hardening Standards
Implement secure baseline configurations for servers, databases, and virtual environments supporting BI workloads in scope.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Using secure configuration baselines from CIS Benchmarks
  2. Disabling unnecessary services and ports
  3. Standardizing OS and middleware settings
  4. Maintaining configuration standards across environments
  5. Automating configuration compliance checks
  6. Secure defaults for database installations
  7. File system permissions for data repositories
  8. Remote administration controls
  9. Time synchronization for audit logs
  10. Vendor-supplied defaults and password changes
  11. Secure logging configuration
  12. Documentation of configuration decisions
Module 5. Data Protection and Encryption Strategies
Apply encryption and data protection controls to cardholder data wherever it appears in BI pipelines.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Identifying cardholder data in logs and extracts
  2. Encryption of data at rest in databases
  3. Encryption of data in transit for dashboards
  4. Key management best practices under PCI DSS
  5. Tokenization vs. masking in reporting
  6. Secure handling of test data
  7. Data retention and secure disposal
  8. Protecting backup media with encryption
  9. Use of truncated data in analytics
  10. Secure printing and download policies
  11. Protecting sensitive authentication data
  12. Secure cryptographic protocols in use
Module 6. Logging, Monitoring, and Alerting
Design audit logging and monitoring systems that meet PCI DSS requirements and support forensic readiness in BI environments.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Mandatory events to log under PCI DSS
  2. Ensuring logs capture user and system activity
  3. Centralized log management solutions
  4. Protecting log integrity and availability
  5. Time synchronization for log correlation
  6. Retention periods for compliance logs
  7. Monitoring for suspicious access patterns
  8. Automated alerts for configuration changes
  9. Review procedures for log data
  10. Secure access to log systems
  11. Handling log data in cloud environments
  12. Preparing logs for assessor review
Module 7. Change and Patch Management
Integrate security patching and change control into BI system lifecycles without disrupting delivery velocity.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Defining critical systems for patching
  2. Monthly vulnerability scanning requirements
  3. Change control processes for in-scope systems
  4. Testing patches before deployment
  5. Documenting change approvals
  6. Keeping systems free of unauthorized software
  7. Patch management for virtual and cloud environments
  8. Tracking patch status across BI stack
  9. Emergency change procedures
  10. Maintaining an accurate system inventory
  11. Regular review of configuration standards
  12. Integrating patching with CI/CD pipelines
Module 8. Vulnerability Management and Scanning
Implement regular vulnerability scanning and remediation workflows that meet PCI DSS requirements for internal and external systems.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Internal vs. external scanning requirements
  2. Choosing approved scanning vendors
  3. Conducting quarterly internal vulnerability scans
  4. Scanning cloud-hosted BI platforms
  5. Remediating high-risk findings promptly
  6. Documenting risk acceptance decisions
  7. Handling false positives in reports
  8. Validating scan coverage
  9. Scanning segmented environments
  10. Tracking remediation progress
  11. Involving engineering teams in response
  12. Preparing scan results for assessors
Module 9. Emerging Architectures and Cloud Compliance
Adapt PCI DSS principles to modern data stacks including cloud data warehouses, serverless functions, and distributed BI platforms.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Shared responsibility model in cloud PCI
  2. Compliance implications of serverless analytics
  3. Data residency and sovereignty concerns
  4. Container security in reporting environments
  5. API security for data access
  6. Managing third-party SaaS providers
  7. Cloud-specific segmentation techniques
  8. IAM policies in multi-account setups
  9. Logging across hybrid environments
  10. Compliance automation in cloud deployments
  11. Using infrastructure-as-code securely
  12. Avoiding configuration drift in cloud
Module 10. Articulating Compliance Decisions to Stakeholders
Develop clear, defensible narratives for compliance choices that resonate with technical peers, auditors, and leadership.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Building a compliance story from technical facts
  2. Documenting rationale for scope decisions
  3. Using diagrams to explain segmentation
  4. Writing clear policy exceptions
  5. Presenting evidence to assessors
  6. Handling auditor challenges professionally
  7. Aligning control design with business needs
  8. Communicating risk trade-offs clearly
  9. Preparing for internal audit reviews
  10. Training teams on compliance basics
  11. Maintaining artefacts for re-use
  12. Updating documentation after changes
Module 11. Audit Preparation and Evidence Collection
Streamline the audit process by preparing accurate, complete evidence packages in advance.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Understanding assessor expectations
  2. Preparing system inventory and data flow diagrams
  3. Gathering policy documents and updates
  4. Compiling user access reviews
  5. Collecting configuration screenshots
  6. Organizing vulnerability scan reports
  7. Preparing logs for sampling
  8. Documenting segmentation validation
  9. Obtaining management attestations
  10. Tracking corrective action plans
  11. Responding to information requests
  12. Post-audit follow-up and improvement
Module 12. Sustaining Compliance Through Change
Ensure long-term compliance by embedding PCI DSS considerations into ongoing operations, onboarding, and system evolution.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Onboarding new systems securely
  2. Change control integration with compliance
  3. Regular review of scope boundaries
  4. Training new team members
  5. Maintaining up-to-date documentation
  6. Handling M&A impacts on compliance
  7. Scaling compliance across projects
  8. Using lessons from audits to improve
  9. Automating evidence collection
  10. Building compliance into DevOps
  11. Leadership reporting on status
  12. Planning for future framework updates

How this maps to your situation

  • Initial scope assignment and boundary setting
  • Ongoing access and configuration management
  • Audit preparation cycle
  • Post-audit sustainability and evolution

Before vs. after

Before
Reactive participation in compliance cycles with limited influence on scope or control design.
After
Proactive shaping of audit boundaries, confident documentation, and recognized authority in technical compliance decisions.

What's included with your purchase

  • 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
  • Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
  • Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
  • 30-day money-back guarantee

Delivery and format

  • Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
  • Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access

Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.

Time investment: Approximately 90 minutes per week over 12 weeks, with self-paced access.

If nothing changes
Without structured fluency in PCI DSS, even strong technical leaders risk being overruled on scope, forced into rework, or excluded from key design conversations , limiting visibility and growth.

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic compliance overviews or vendor-led training, this course focuses specifically on the intersection of BI systems, technical leadership, and PCI DSS , with actionable templates and framing tailored to practitioners like you.

Frequently asked

How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Is this relevant if I don’t work directly with payment processing?
Yes , if your BI systems touch or derive from payment data, you’re in scope. This course helps you define and defend boundaries confidently.
Will I be able to apply this immediately?
Yes , each module includes templates and examples you can adapt to current initiatives, especially audit prep or system changes.
$199 one-time. Approximately 90 minutes per week over 12 weeks, with self-paced access..

Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.

30-day money-back guarantee· 144 chapters· Hand-built playbook included· Account access within 24 hours
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