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Deeper command of the PCI DSS compliance framework for data systems

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Deeper command of the PCI DSS compliance framework for data systems

Master the underlying structure of PCI DSS to confidently shape compliance-ready data architectures

$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.
Falling back on compliance guidance instead of leading with technical authority

The situation this course is for

Spending cycles reworking pipelines because compliance requirements weren’t baked in early. Waiting for external teams to define controls. Reacting instead of shaping.

Who this is for

Senior Data Engineer working in a regulated environment where payment data flows intersect with complex infrastructure

Who this is not for

Entry-level engineers still learning pipeline basics or professionals outside data-intensive compliance roles

What you walk away with

  • Map PCI DSS requirements directly to data pipeline controls and logging points
  • Build audit-ready artefacts with traceable control ownership
  • Anticipate auditor follow-ups and respond with structured evidence
  • Navigate scope boundaries confidently when systems touch cardholder data environments
  • Lead internal reviews with a clear, standards-grounded rationale

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. Understanding the PCI DSS framework structure
Break down the four tiers of PCI DSS: requirements, testing procedures, guidance, and evidence thresholds. Learn how they interlock in real audits.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Core purpose of PCI DSS
  2. Who enforces compliance
  3. Scope definition principles
  4. Role of the assessor
  5. Control families overview
  6. Requirement numbering logic
  7. In-scope systems checklist
  8. Data flow mapping basics
  9. Audit evidence types
  10. Self-certification vs ROC
  11. SAQ differences
  12. Common scope pitfalls
Module 2. Data systems in scope for PCI DSS
Identify where payment data resides, moves, and persists across pipelines, data stores, and processing layers.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Cardholder data elements
  2. Primary account number handling
  3. Truncation rules
  4. Masking standards
  5. Data retention limits
  6. Tokenization boundaries
  7. Encryption at rest criteria
  8. Logging card data access
  9. Session data risks
  10. API gateway exposure
  11. Microservices footprint
  12. Downstream replication traps
Module 3. Building compliant data pipelines
Design ETL and streaming workflows that embed compliance controls by default, reducing rework.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Secure data ingestion patterns
  2. Authentication for pipelines
  3. Access logging setup
  4. Secrets management
  5. Pipeline monitoring design
  6. Error handling safely
  7. Failure data handling
  8. Checkpoint encryption
  9. Audit trail injection
  10. Schema change control
  11. Versioning discipline
  12. Peer review integration
Module 4. Access control mapping to data roles
Align least privilege principles to pipeline operators, analysts, and administrators.
12 chapters in this module
  1. User role categories
  2. Segregation of duties
  3. Two-factor enforcement
  4. Break-glass access
  5. Just-in-time access
  6. Role-based permissions
  7. Data viewer roles
  8. Admin escalation path
  9. Access review frequency
  10. Session timeout rules
  11. Logging privilege use
  12. Emergency access audit
Module 5. Encryption standards for data at rest and in transit
Apply NIST-aligned cryptography correctly across storage and transfer layers.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Approved algorithms list
  2. Key length requirements
  3. TLS version rules
  4. Certificate validation
  5. Key storage safety
  6. HSM integration
  7. Key rotation schedule
  8. Data encryption verification
  9. Log encryption handling
  10. Backup encryption
  11. Cloud provider keys
  12. Decryption access control
Module 6. Logging and monitoring for audit readiness
Generate the logs assessors actually use, and structure them for efficient review.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Required event types
  2. User login tracking
  3. Privilege changes
  4. Data access records
  5. Failed access attempts
  6. System changes logging
  7. Log retention period
  8. Log integrity protection
  9. Centralized collection
  10. SIEM integration
  11. Alert threshold design
  12. Log review process
Module 7. Vulnerability management for data infrastructure
Maintain compliance through continuous patching and configuration hygiene.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Scan frequency rules
  2. Approved scanning tools
  3. External scan process
  4. Internal scan process
  5. Remediation timelines
  6. Patch validation
  7. Critical system exceptions
  8. Configuration baselines
  9. Firewall rule audits
  10. Router configuration
  11. Endpoint compliance
  12. Container scanning
Module 8. Penetration testing integration for pipelines
Prepare data systems for tester access and interpret findings in context.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Test scope definition
  2. Internal vs external tests
  3. Approved testers list
  4. Test scheduling rules
  5. Change freeze timing
  6. Environment isolation
  7. Test data sanitization
  8. Vulnerability validation
  9. Remediation tracking
  10. Retesting process
  11. False positive handling
  12. Reporting format
Module 9. Third-party vendor risk for data tools
Assess cloud services, open-source libraries, and APIs for compliance alignment.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Shared responsibility model
  2. Vendor attestation review
  3. Subservice provider tracking
  4. Contractual obligations
  5. Right-to-audit clauses
  6. Open-source risk scoring
  7. Dependency scanning
  8. License compliance
  9. API security posture
  10. Data processing agreements
  11. Vendor incident response
  12. Exit strategy planning
Module 10. Compiling compliance evidence packages
Assemble complete, defensible documentation for assessors efficiently.
12 chapters in this module
  1. ROC components list
  2. Attestation of compliance
  3. Network diagrams updated
  4. Data flow documentation
  5. Policy version control
  6. Meeting minutes archive
  7. Training records
  8. Scan result inclusion
  9. Exception documentation
  10. Remediation tracking log
  11. Glossary consistency
  12. Version control setup
Module 11. Audit navigation and response techniques
Handle assessor questions with precision and avoid common missteps.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Pre-audit communication
  2. Document request timing
  3. Evidence format expectations
  4. Interview preparation
  5. Control ownership clarity
  6. Gap disclosure strategy
  7. Timeline commitments
  8. Evidence chain of custody
  9. Follow-up handling
  10. Scope clarification
  11. Assessor feedback loops
  12. Final review prep
Module 12. Sustaining compliance through system evolution
Maintain control integrity as pipelines scale and systems change.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Change control process
  2. Impact assessment method
  3. Pre-deployment checklist
  4. Automated compliance gates
  5. CI/CD integration
  6. Drift detection
  7. Quarterly control review
  8. Audit trail maintenance
  9. Team onboarding plan
  10. Knowledge transfer design
  11. Framework update tracking
  12. Annual review cycle

How this maps to your situation

  • When preparing for an internal compliance review
  • Before launching a new data pipeline touching cardholder data
  • During vendor integration planning
  • After receiving assessor findings

Before vs. after

Before
Reacting to compliance requests with incomplete control mappings and fragmented evidence.
After
Proactively structuring pipelines with full command of PCI DSS requirements and audit expectations.

What's included with your purchase

  • 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters total)
  • 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 3 hours per module, designed to be completed in tandem with active projects.

If nothing changes
Continuing to rely on compliance teams to define technical boundaries erodes technical ownership and increases rework cycles.

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic compliance overviews, this course is built specifically for data engineers who need to implement and own PCI DSS controls in production systems , not just understand them conceptually.

Frequently asked

Who is this course designed for?
Senior data engineers working in environments where payment data flows require compliance with PCI DSS.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help me pass an audit?
Yes , by giving you full command of the framework, you’ll build compliant systems from the start and respond confidently to assessor requests.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to be completed in tandem with active projects..

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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