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Reference of choice on cross-functional PCI DSS calls

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Reference of choice on cross-functional PCI DSS calls

Become the internal touchpoint others seek for guidance on PCI DSS compliance and implementation

$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.

Who this is for

Senior QA engineer in financial services with exposure to payment systems and compliance frameworks

Who this is not for

Entry-level testers or professionals without hands-on involvement in compliance-adjacent QA workflows

What you walk away with

  • Recognized by peers as the go-to person for PCI DSS interpretation in test validation
  • Produce reusable documentation that survives team turnover
  • Lead cross-functional alignment without formal authority
  • Anticipate audit findings during test design phase
  • Strengthen influence in design reviews involving payment data flows

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. Mapping test cases to PCI DSS control objectives
Learn how to directly trace QA workflows to specific PCI DSS requirements, ensuring coverage and audit readiness.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12
Module 2. Validating network segmentation for cardholder environments
Build test strategies that confirm proper isolation of systems processing cardholder data according to PCI standards.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12
Module 3. Testing encryption practices in transit and at rest
Evaluate cryptographic controls in applications and databases against PCI DSS encryption mandates.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12
Module 4. Assessing access controls for cardholder systems
Verify least privilege, role separation, and authentication mechanisms meet PCI requirements.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12
Module 5. Reviewing logging and monitoring configurations
Ensure system logs capture necessary events for forensic analysis and auditor review.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12
Module 6. Evaluating vulnerability scanning processes
Test frequency, coverage, and remediation tracking per PCI DSS requirement 11.2.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12
Module 7. Validating secure software development lifecycle steps
Integrate PCI compliance checks into CI/CD pipelines and pre-deployment gates.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12
Module 8. Auditing third-party vendor compliance commitments
Assess service providers' adherence to PCI DSS through documentation and test validation.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12
Module 9. Building test reports for compliance reviewers
Structure QA outputs to directly support compliance assessments and auditor inquiries.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12
Module 10. Creating repeatable artefacts for future audits
Develop templates and checklists that compound efficiency across cycles.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12
Module 11. Facilitating cross-team alignment on PCI scope
Lead discussions that clarify boundaries and responsibilities around cardholder data.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12
Module 12. Establishing ongoing compliance verification cycles
Design periodic test regimens that maintain PCI posture between formal audits.
12 chapters in this module
  1. c1
  2. c2
  3. c3
  4. c4
  5. c5
  6. c6
  7. c7
  8. c8
  9. c9
  10. c10
  11. c11
  12. c12

How this maps to your situation

  • When defining test coverage for a new payment integration
  • Before audit season begins
  • During vendor risk assessment cycles
  • After system changes affecting cardholder data environments

Before vs. after

Before
QA work stays in the background, undifferentiated from general testing tasks
After
Your name comes up in compliance discussions as the person who knows how QA validates PCI controls

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 3 hours per module, designed to fit around delivery commitments.

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic compliance courses, this program is tailored to QA engineers in financial services and grounded in real-world test validation for PCI DSS.

Frequently asked

Do I need a security or compliance certification to benefit?
No. The course builds on your existing QA expertise and connects it directly to PCI DSS expectations.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will this help me lead without formal authority?
Yes. The course emphasizes influence through reliable outputs and clarity in cross-functional settings.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to fit around delivery commitments..

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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