PCI DSS Compliance Mastery for Secure Payment Processing
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve PCI DSS compliance and ensure secure payment processing. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service.
Course Curriculum The course is divided into 12 modules, covering over 80 topics, to provide a thorough understanding of PCI DSS compliance and secure payment processing. Module 1: Introduction to PCI DSS
- Overview of PCI DSS and its importance
- History and evolution of PCI DSS
- Key components of PCI DSS
- Benefits of PCI DSS compliance
Module 2: Understanding PCI DSS Requirements
- PCI DSS requirements overview
- Breaking down the 12 PCI DSS requirements
- Understanding the 6 PCI DSS control objectives
- PCI DSS compliance levels and merchant levels
Module 3: Building a Secure Network
- Network security fundamentals
- Implementing firewalls and configuring rules
- Segmenting networks for cardholder data
- Secure network architecture
Module 4: Protecting Cardholder Data
- Understanding cardholder data and its protection
- Encryption and decryption techniques
- Secure storage and transmission of cardholder data
- Data retention and disposal policies
Module 5: Vulnerability Management
- Vulnerability scanning and risk assessment
- Penetration testing and vulnerability exploitation
- Remediation and mitigation strategies
- Change management and patch management
Module 6: Implementing Strong Access Control Measures
- Access control principles and best practices
- Implementing multi-factor authentication
- Role-based access control and user management
- Monitoring and logging access to cardholder data
Module 7: Regularly Monitoring and Testing Networks
- Network monitoring and intrusion detection
- Log collection and analysis
- Regular vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
- Incident response planning and execution
Module 8: Maintaining an Information Security Policy
- Developing an information security policy
- Roles and responsibilities in information security
- Security awareness training and education
- Incident response and disaster recovery planning
Module 9: PCI DSS Compliance and Risk Management
- Understanding risk management and risk assessment
- Identifying and mitigating PCI DSS risks
- Compliance and risk management frameworks
- Risk management and compliance monitoring
Module 10: PCI DSS Compliance and Auditing
- Understanding PCI DSS auditing and compliance validation
- Preparing for a PCI DSS audit
- Conducting a PCI DSS self-assessment
- Remediation and mitigation strategies for audit findings
Module 11: Secure Payment Processing and Emerging Trends
- Secure payment processing technologies and trends
- Tokenization and encryption for secure payments
- Mobile payment security and emerging threats
- Future of PCI DSS and secure payment processing
Module 12: Achieving and Maintaining PCI DSS Compliance
- Maintaining PCI DSS compliance over time
- Ongoing monitoring and testing
- Continuous improvement and remediation
- Best practices for long-term PCI DSS compliance
Course Features This course is designed to be: - Interactive: Engage with instructors and peers through discussion forums and live sessions
- Comprehensive: Covering over 80 topics related to PCI DSS compliance and secure payment processing
- Personalized: Learn at your own pace and access course materials 24/7
- Up-to-date: Stay current with the latest PCI DSS requirements and secure payment processing technologies
- Practical: Apply knowledge through hands-on projects and real-world scenarios
- High-quality content: Expert instructors and high-quality course materials
- Certification: Receive a certificate upon completion issued by The Art of Service
- Flexible learning: Access course materials on desktop, tablet, or mobile device
- User-friendly: Easy navigation and intuitive course interface
- Community-driven: Connect with peers and instructors through discussion forums
- Actionable insights: Gain practical knowledge and skills to apply to your organization
- Hands-on projects: Apply knowledge through real-world projects and scenarios
- Bite-sized lessons: Learn through short, focused lessons
- Lifetime access: Access course materials for a lifetime
- Gamification: Engage with course materials through gamification and interactive elements
- Progress tracking: Track your progress and stay motivated
Certificate of Completion Upon completing the course, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service, demonstrating their expertise in PCI DSS compliance and secure payment processing.,
Module 1: Introduction to PCI DSS
- Overview of PCI DSS and its importance
- History and evolution of PCI DSS
- Key components of PCI DSS
- Benefits of PCI DSS compliance
Module 2: Understanding PCI DSS Requirements
- PCI DSS requirements overview
- Breaking down the 12 PCI DSS requirements
- Understanding the 6 PCI DSS control objectives
- PCI DSS compliance levels and merchant levels
Module 3: Building a Secure Network
- Network security fundamentals
- Implementing firewalls and configuring rules
- Segmenting networks for cardholder data
- Secure network architecture
Module 4: Protecting Cardholder Data
- Understanding cardholder data and its protection
- Encryption and decryption techniques
- Secure storage and transmission of cardholder data
- Data retention and disposal policies
Module 5: Vulnerability Management
- Vulnerability scanning and risk assessment
- Penetration testing and vulnerability exploitation
- Remediation and mitigation strategies
- Change management and patch management
Module 6: Implementing Strong Access Control Measures
- Access control principles and best practices
- Implementing multi-factor authentication
- Role-based access control and user management
- Monitoring and logging access to cardholder data
Module 7: Regularly Monitoring and Testing Networks
- Network monitoring and intrusion detection
- Log collection and analysis
- Regular vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
- Incident response planning and execution
Module 8: Maintaining an Information Security Policy
- Developing an information security policy
- Roles and responsibilities in information security
- Security awareness training and education
- Incident response and disaster recovery planning
Module 9: PCI DSS Compliance and Risk Management
- Understanding risk management and risk assessment
- Identifying and mitigating PCI DSS risks
- Compliance and risk management frameworks
- Risk management and compliance monitoring
Module 10: PCI DSS Compliance and Auditing
- Understanding PCI DSS auditing and compliance validation
- Preparing for a PCI DSS audit
- Conducting a PCI DSS self-assessment
- Remediation and mitigation strategies for audit findings
Module 11: Secure Payment Processing and Emerging Trends
- Secure payment processing technologies and trends
- Tokenization and encryption for secure payments
- Mobile payment security and emerging threats
- Future of PCI DSS and secure payment processing
Module 12: Achieving and Maintaining PCI DSS Compliance
- Maintaining PCI DSS compliance over time
- Ongoing monitoring and testing
- Continuous improvement and remediation
- Best practices for long-term PCI DSS compliance