Secure Cardholder Data and Safeguard Your Business
Accepting credit and debit card payments is essential in today’s digital marketplace—but it also comes with strict Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) requirements. Non-compliance can lead to hefty fines, data breaches, and reputational damage. IT Audit Labs’ PCI Compliance Services help you navigate these complex standards, mitigate risk, and protect your customers’ payment information from ever-evolving cyber threats.
From gap assessments to full-scale remediation and ongoing maintenance, we provide tailored solutions that keep you in line with PCI DSS—ensuring peace of mind for both your organization and your clients.
Why PCI DSS Compliance Matters
-
Prevent Costly Breaches
Cardholder data is a prime target for cybercriminals. Proactive compliance not only reduces your attack surface but also limits potential financial and legal fallout.
-
Meet Industry & Regulatory Obligations
PCI DSS is mandatory for any business that stores, processes, or transmits cardholder data. Compliance is not optional—failure to meet standards can lead to penalties and loss of payment privileges.
-
Protect Brand Reputation
Customers expect secure transactions. A publicized breach can damage trust and lead to lost revenue, lawsuits, and long-term brand harm.
-
Streamline Security Posture
Implementing PCI DSS controls (e.g., network segmentation, encryption, logging) benefits your overall cybersecurity posture, helping you combat a broad range of threats.
Our PCI Compliance Services
01.
PCI Gap Assessment
-
Identify & Prioritize Your Compliance Gaps
Our Gap Assessment examines your organization’s current security measures against PCI DSS requirements. We analyze policies, technologies, and processes to determine exactly where you stand—and what changes are needed to reach full compliance.
-
Data Flow Review
Trace how cardholder data moves through your systems, pinpointing potential exposure points.
-
Policy & Procedure Analysis
Evaluate documentation for access control, network monitoring, vulnerability management, and more.
-
Remediation Roadmap
Receive a risk-ranked action plan, ensuring you tackle the most critical issues first.
02.
SAQ & ROC Assistance
-
Streamline Your Compliance Documentation
Whether you need a Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) or a Report on Compliance (ROC), IT Audit Labs provides the expert guidance to simplify the process and minimize the burden on your internal teams.
-
SAQ Selection
Determine which SAQ type applies (A, B, C, C-VT, D, etc.) based on your card processing environment.
-
Evidence Collection
Compile and verify required logs, network diagrams, and security policies.
-
ROC Preparation
For larger merchants, we coordinate with a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) to develop a formal ROC that validates compliance.
03.
Technical Audits & Penetration Testing
-
Test Your Defenses Before Criminals Do
PCI DSS mandates regular testing of your network and applications to identify vulnerabilities. Our certified ethical hackers simulate real-world attack scenarios, exposing weak points you can swiftly address.
-
Network & Application Scans
Identify missing patches, misconfigurations, or exposed services that could lead to breaches.
-
Internal & External Pen Tests
Evaluate the security of both internal infrastructure and public-facing applications.
-
Actionable Reports
Prioritized remediation steps that focus on business impact and compliance requirements.
04.
Vulnerability Management & Remediation Support
-
Close Gaps and Maintain Security Over Time
Compliance isn’t a one-time event. We offer continuous vulnerability scanning, patch management, and security monitoring to help you stay compliant and up-to-date with evolving threats.
-
Regular Scanning
Automated scans that detect newly emerging vulnerabilities across your network and apps.
-
Patch Management
Systematic updates to servers, endpoints, and software to maintain a hardened environment.
-
Ongoing Guidance
Expert recommendations aligned with PCI DSS and broader security best practices, so you remain compliant throughout your merchant lifecycle.
How We Align with PCI DSS Requirements
Requirement 1
Install & Maintain
a Firewall
We review firewall rules, conduct penetration tests, and ensure segmentations separate cardholder data from the rest of your network.
Requirement 3
Protect Stored Cardholder Data
We verify encryption at rest, secure key management, and limit data retention to essential processes.
Requirement 7
Restrict
Access
We assess access privileges, role-based authorizations, and strong authentication—principles crucial for safeguarding sensitive information.
Requirement 11
Regularly Test Security Systems
Our continuous vulnerability assessments and penetration tests keep your defenses ready for real-world attacks.
Requirement 12
Maintain
a Policy
We help formalize security policies, incident response plans, and employee training, ensuring your organization continuously meets PCI standards.
Why Choose IT Audit Labs?
-
Certified & Experienced Team
Our specialists hold CISSP, CISM, QSA, OSCP, and other notable certifications, with hands-on experience guiding merchants of all sizes to PCI compliance.
-
Risk-Based Approach
Rather than checkbox compliance, we focus on real-world risk reduction—helping you enhance overall security while meeting standards.
-
Tailored Engagements
From small e-commerce shops to multi-location retailers, we adapt our approach to match your environment, budget, and transaction volume.
-
Transparent, Actionable Reports
You’ll receive risk-ranked remediation steps and user-friendly summaries that executives can easily understand.
-
End-to-End Support
Beyond initial compliance, we provide ongoing vulnerability management, incident response, and continuous improvement to keep you ahead of emerging threats.
Want to hear more?
Check out any of our episodes of The Audit Podcast, where we interview the best and brightest in cybersecurity, covering the latest infosec best practices, news, and insights.
Listen to our latest episode!
Protect Cardholder Data and Your Bottom Line
Maintain customer trust and competitive advantage by ensuring your payment processes meet the latest PCI standards. IT Audit Labs’ PCI Compliance Services equip you with the expert guidance, robust technical controls, and strategic oversight needed to secure cardholder data long-term.
Certified Infosec Expertise
