PCI DSS Foundation Program Implementation

Establish foundational PCI DSS compliance program for a growing payment processor, focusing on governance structure, baseline controls, and sustainable compliance processes.

• •Comprehensive gap analysis against PCI DSS requirements
• •Development of compliance roadmap and implementation plan
• •Establishment of PCI DSS governance structure and responsibilities
• •Implementation of baseline security controls across all domains
• •Creation of documentation framework and templates
• •Development of compliance monitoring and reporting processes
• •Implementation of security awareness training program

• •Established comprehensive PCI DSS compliance program from ground up
• •Developed clear governance structure with defined roles and responsibilities
• •Implemented baseline security controls across all 12 PCI DSS domains
• •Created complete documentation set aligned with PCI DSS requirements
• •Established ongoing compliance monitoring and reporting processes
• •Implemented security awareness training with 100% completion rate
• •Successfully achieved initial PCI DSS certification within 12 months
• •Created sustainable foundation for ongoing compliance management

• •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.