Navigating technical framework - Focus on PCI-DSS
Protecting payment card data is essential for maintaining customer trust and ensuring compliance with international security standards. Our PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) training provides organisations with the knowledge and practical guidance needed to understand, implement, and maintain PCI DSS requirements effectively.
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Duration: 2h
Language: Available in English
Number of participants: up to 15
Available as intra-company course (i.e. dedicated session on demand)
Course content can be customised on demand under specific conditions.
Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- understand the fundamentals and purpose of PCI DSS;
- identify the 12 PCI DSS requirements and how they apply to various environments;
- recognise common risks, vulnerabilities, and threats related to cardholder data;
- learn best practices for implementing and sustaining PCI DSS controls;
- prepare for PCI DSS assessments and maintain compliance over time.
Content
- Overview of PCI SSC and PCI DSS framework
- Scope definition and cardholder data flows
- Detailed review of each PCI DSS requirement
- Technical and organisational security controls
- Incident response and logging/monitoring requirements
- Tips for successful assessments and continuous compliance
- Common pitfalls and real‑world case examples
Target audience
IT managers, CIOs/CISOs, IT security professionals, system administrators, IT auditors at support PFS entities
Our lead experts
This training is coordinated by Maxime Schirato, Senior Manager at PwC Luxembourg.
Maxime, Senior Manager, has over 10 years of experience in IT security, compliance, and risk management, with experiences on PCI DSS and information security frameworks. He has supported organisations across various sectors in implementing, assessing, and maintaining PCI DSS compliance, including gap analyses, remediation programs, readiness assessments, and coordination with external auditors.
