PCI DSS Governance Framework Implementation
Multinational E-commerce Platform • Retail • 5 months
Project Objective
Design and implement a comprehensive PCI DSS governance framework to establish clear roles, responsibilities, and oversight mechanisms for maintaining ongoing PCI DSS compliance across global operations.
Methodologies & Approach
- •Assessment of existing governance structures and compliance management processes
- •Development of PCI DSS steering committee charter and operating procedures
- •Creation of RACI matrix for all PCI DSS requirements
- •Implementation of compliance monitoring and reporting mechanisms
- •Development of exception management and risk acceptance processes
- •Creation of policy management lifecycle for PCI DSS documentation
- •Integration with enterprise risk management framework
Tools & Technologies
PCI DSS v4.0.1 Standard Documentation
Governance framework templates
RACI matrix
Compliance management platform
Policy management system
Risk register
Outcomes & Results
- •Established PCI DSS steering committee with executive sponsorship and clear charter
- •Developed comprehensive RACI matrix covering all 12 PCI DSS requirement domains
- •Implemented quarterly compliance reporting to executive leadership
- •Reduced compliance exceptions by 60% through improved governance and oversight
- •Created sustainable process for policy review and updates aligned with PCI DSS changes
- •Successfully integrated PCI DSS compliance into enterprise risk management framework
- •Improved cross-functional collaboration on compliance initiatives
- •Reduced time to address compliance gaps by 45% through clear accountability
Key Insights & Lessons Learned
- •Early stakeholder engagement is critical for successful PCI DSS initiatives to ensure buy-in and alignment with business objectives.
- •A risk-based approach to implementation allows for more efficient resource allocation and prioritization of activities.
- •Clear documentation and evidence collection processes are essential for successful PCI DSS assessments.
- •Integration with existing business processes is essential for sustainable compliance programs.
- •Continuous monitoring and testing are key to maintaining compliance between formal assessments.
PCI DSS Requirements Addressed
Requirement 1
Network Security
Requirement 2
System Configuration
Requirement 3
Data Protection
Requirement 4
Transmission Security
Requirement 5
Malware Protection
Requirement 6
Secure Development
Requirement 7
Access Control
Requirement 8
Authentication
Requirement 9
Physical Security
Requirement 10
Logging & Monitoring
Requirement 11
Security Testing
Requirement 12
Security Policy
Project Details
Company:
Multinational E-commerce Platform
Retail
Year:
2022
Duration:
5 months
PCI DSS Focus Areas
PCI DSS v4.0.1
Compliance
Security Controls
Assessment
PCI DSS Governance
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