Boosting Payment Data Security with PCI Security Solutions

• Provides a clear view of where security controls are non PCI compliant
• Helps prioritize remediation efforts based on risk level and resource availability
• Enables accurate budgeting for necessary security improvements
• Allows for development of realistic project timelines

• Uncovers unknown vulnerabilities in your cardholder data environment
• Identifies processes that may expose sensitive data
• Highlights areas where compensating controls might be needed
• Reveals potential compliance issues before they become audit findings

• Prevents overinvestment in unnecessary controls
• Reduces costs by addressing issues before they become compliance violations
• Helps avoid expensive emergency remediation projects
• Allows for phased implementation of required controls

• Creates a baseline for measuring security improvement
• Helps streamline existing processes and procedures
• Identifies opportunities for process automation
• Improves documentation and maintains institutional knowledge

Detailed instructional manual that offers a step-by-step work instruction detailing procedures to ensure all credit card transactions comply with PCI DSS requirements to include:

• Tools and templates to assist with conducting a successful PCI Compliance Program
• Associated SOPs required to achieve PCI Compliance
• PCI deliverable reporting matrix
• Business-as-usual calendar with automatic due date notifications

• Understanding Business Processes: Analyze the business model and how payment card data is handled
• Defining the Scope: Identify the systems, networks, and processes that fall within PCI DSS scope
• Gap Analysis: Compare current practices against PCI DSS requirements to identify compliance gaps

• Evaluate risks associated with cardholder data processing and storage
• Prioritize risks based on potential impact and likelihood
• Develop a risk management strategy tailored to the business

• Create a detailed plan to address gaps and vulnerabilities identified during the assessment
• Recommend technology solutions, process changes, and staff training where necessary
• Provide clear timelines and milestones for achieving compliance

Security Policy Development

• Develop or revise security policies, procedures, and documentation to align with PCI DSS requirements

• Help document processes, policies, and technical implementations required for compliance
• Prepare the necessary evidence for PCI DSS audits and assessments

• Guide businesses in selecting the appropriate SAQ type based on their card processing environment
• Assist in accurately completing the SAQ and ensuring the responses align with compliance requirements

• Work with a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) during formal assessments
• Perform mock audits to prepare for the official certification process
• Address findings and recommendations from QSAs to achieve certification

• Develop an incident response plan to address potential data breaches
• Provide guidance on breach notification and reporting requirements
• Conduct tabletop exercises to test incident response readiness

• Offer services for ongoing compliance, including periodic reviews, updates, and re-assessments
• Ensure the business adapts to changes in PCI DSS standards and security threats

• Assist with the preparation of compliance reports for acquiring banks or payment processors

We begin by evaluating your existing policies to identify gaps or areas that need enhancement to meet PCI DSS requirements

We develop comprehensive, PCI DSS-compliant policies covering all 12 PCI DSS requirements to include:

• Network Security Policy
• Data Retention & Disposal Policy
• Access Control Policy
• Monitoring and Logging Policy
• Key Management Policy
• Cryptography Policy
• Roles & Responsibilities Policy
• Content Security Policy
• Password Policy
• Media Destruction Policy
• Audit Log Retention Policy
• Scanning Policy and much more

• Train employees on how to implement and adhere to newly developed policies
• Provide ongoing support and materials for policy-related questions

• Furnish policy revisions as PCI DSS requirements evolve