PCI compliance services

With the changing technical landscape, transition to PCI DSS v4.0.1, and the constantly increasing threats to data security, it can be hard to keep up – which is why PCI compliance services are more important than ever.

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Cybersecurity shifts and cardholder data threats make PCI compliance services ever important

With the changing payments landscape and release of Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) v4.0.1, organizations can feel overburdened with compliance.

Obtaining and maintaining PCI compliance to help protect customer cardholder data should be a priority for your business. Crowe can help you explore how to meet the increasing requirements of PCI standards.

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Shifts in PCI compliance present new reporting challenges – but our PCI specialists can help you keep up

PCI compliance demonstrates to your customers that your systems are secure, helping you to reduce the risk of a security breach, avoid fines, and manage rising cyber insurance costs.

Transformations in post-COVID-19 business practices, especially with workplace environments and new technologies, have changed the scope of compliance.

The payment space evolution means that risks to the way you accept payments are also evolving. That’s why having a PCI compliance services team to help you navigate initial compliance, scope and risk reduction, and changes along the way can save you time and headaches.

Validating your PCI compliance is an essential step in the process

You can tell your clients you are PCI compliant and their data is secure – but that assurance is more credible if you can back it up with an objective, third-party PCI compliance validation.

If you’ve already done the internal work to review your systems and data security measures, it’s time to validate your PCI compliance through an independent PCI compliance assessment.

Our PCI compliance assessment team has extensive experience in performing validations and can objectively test your processes and procedures against the latest PCI compliance standards.

Experience a scalable and flexible approach

Our team understands that changes to your environment can be hard, and weighing the needs of each part of a project – including various business units, data centers, and cloud service architecture – can seem overwhelming. We leverage our experience working with clients that are exploring PCI compliance for the first time, those that have used their own internal security assessors, and those that have previously worked with QSAs.

We understand that one size does not fit all. Our team can work with you to create procedures that meet the unique needs of your organization.

We can help your business prepare for shifting requirements – now and in the future – with our PCI compliance services

PCI DSS ROC

For organizations requiring formal PCI validation, our PCI DSS Report on Compliance (ROC) service provides an end-to-end, QSA-led assessment that meets card brand and acquirer obligations. We help to streamline the process and minimize disruption, delivering a credible, audit-ready report that helps demonstrate your commitment to protecting payment data and reducing risk.

PCI DSS SAQ

Our PCI DSS Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) service helps eligible organizations complete the self-assessment process with accuracy and efficiency. We guide you through selecting the correct SAQ type, interpreting complex requirements, and preparing clear, confident responses, helping to make PCI compliance more manageable and defensible.

Scoping workshop

Our scoping workshop helps define the people, processes, and technologies involved in storing, processing, and transmitting cardholder data. By accurately establishing the PCI scope early, your organization can reduce compliance costs, eliminate unnecessary risks, and streamline validation efforts.

Gap assessment

Our PCI gap assessment compares your current environment against PCI requirements to identify control weaknesses, missing documentation, and process deficiencies. This helps you prioritize remediation efforts and prepare effectively for a formal compliance validation.

PCI 3DS ROC

For entities that support authentication in card-not-present transactions, our PCI 3D Secure (3DS) ROC service delivers a structured, assessor-led evaluation against the PCI 3DS Core Security Standard. We guide you through the assessment with a focus on efficiency and clarity, producing a detailed, audit-ready report that evaluates your compliance posture.

PCI governance and training programs

Our PCI governance and training programs provide structured policies, awareness education, and program oversight to help embed PCI requirements into daily operations. These initiatives can strengthen long-term compliance and promote a culture of security across the organization.

PCI staff augmentation

Our PCI staff augmentation service delivers experienced PCI professionals to support your internal team with tactical execution, remediation, and program management. This flexible resource model helps address staffing gaps and can accelerate your compliance journey without sacrificing quality.

Appropriate PCI Management Scoping Under Version 4.0.1

Learn how to apply PCI DSS version 4.0.1 scoping with clear methods to define, document, and manage your cardholder data environment effectively.

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PCI DSS v4.0.1 – FAQ on Compliance

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Learn how to apply PCI DSS version 4.0.1 scoping with clear methods to define, document, and manage your cardholder data environment effectively.

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With extensive experience in cybersecurity and PCI compliance standards, our multifaceted team prioritizes streamlined communication and senior-level involvement from day one. We can help you make changes that increase your control environment without jeopardizing business objectives. Get in touch today to see how our PCI services can help your business.