PCI-DSS Training: Introduction to the PCI-DSS Framework
Learn the essentials of PCI-DSS compliance, including real-world applications, key security requirements, and how to implement and validate controls across your organization. Explore PCI Security Standards, use strong access control measures, understand how to transmit cardholder data securely, and apply security controls as an Internal Security Assessor.
Last update: Oct 2020
Audio Language: English
Subtitles/Captions: Yes
Type of Training: Online, self-paced
Focus: Cyber Security Compliance Training Courses, Cyber Security Courses
Caption Language: English
What You’ll Learn
This PCI-DSS Training: Introduction to the PCI-DSS Framework will teach you:
- Security network basics: Learn how to build and maintain secure IT environments.
- Vulnerability management: Implement regular patching and antivirus processes.
- Protecting cardholder data: Apply encryption and storage best practices.
- Information security policies: Draft and manage organizational security documentation.
- PCI-DSS overview: Understand the structure and purpose of the standard.
- Monitoring and testing: Use logging and monitoring to detect security issues.
- Access control: Set and enforce strong user access policies.
- Validation process: Understand how PCI-DSS compliance is assessed.
Included in the PCI-DSS Training
Access on Mobile
4 Hours of On-Demand Video
Certificate of Completion
Suitable for the Following Careers
IT Professional
Software Developer
Network Administrator
System Administrator
Information Security Manager
Cyber Security Engineer
Course Content
PREVIEW COURSESection 1: Introduction
1. Introduction
Preview
Section 2: PCI-DSS Requirements 1&2 Building and Maintaining a Security Network
2. PCI-DSS Requirements 1&2 Building and Maintaining a Security Network
Preview
Section 3: PCI-DSS Requirements 3&4 Protecting Cardholder Data
Section 4: PCI-DSS Requirements 5&6 Maintain a Vulnerability Management Program
Section 5: PCI-DSS Requirements 7,8&9 Implement strong access control measures
Section 6: PCI-DSS Requirements 10&11 Regular Monitor and Test networks
Section 7: PCI-DSS Requirement 12 Maintain an Information Security Policy
Section 8: Summary and Close
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Bonus Lecture - Whats Next?Requirements
Basic understanding of enterprise IT functions
Familiarity with general IT infrastructure
Interest in cyber security and compliance
Description of PCI-DSS Training: Introduction to the PCI-DSS Framework
This course introduces the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) and teaches how to apply it across different business contexts. Whether you're an IT pro or a cybersecurity manager, you'll gain clarity on the 12 core requirements and how to implement them effectively. Real-world examples illustrate the application of PCI-DSS principles, helping learners move beyond theory into action.
You'll learn about protecting cardholder data, controlling access, monitoring networks, and maintaining a security policy. The course walks you through each compliance area and shows how businesses can validate their status and pass assessments. With over three hours of content, it's a solid first step for professionals beginning their PCI-DSS journey.
- Build and maintain secure systems and networks
- Protect stored cardholder data and secure transmission
- Maintain a vulnerability management program
- Restrict access to cardholder data by business need-to-know
- Monitor and test networks regularly for threats
- Maintain an up-to-date security policy
- Understand PCI-DSS validation and assessment practices
Gain a working knowledge of PCI-DSS and learn how to apply its security requirements in practical environments. By the end of the course, you’ll know how to complete a Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ), protect data across public networks, and implement foundational security measures to support ongoing compliance.
Who Is This Course For
This course is ideal for IT professionals, security engineers, and system administrators working in industries that handle payment card data. It’s also useful for developers, architects, and cyber security managers responsible for PCI-DSS compliance.
Course Instructor
Graeme Parker
Graeme Parker is a seasoned Technology, Security, and Risk Management professional with experience in both private and public sectors. He has led security projects, developed security architectures, and supported organizations in achieving standards like ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR, and PCI-DSS. Graeme focuses on ensuring technology and security provide tangible business benefits.
He has worked with clients across IT services, financial services, government, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and more. As a certified trainer, Graeme teaches courses globally, including ISO 27001 Lead Auditor and Implementer, CISSP, CISA, and CISM. With international experience across Europe, North America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, Graeme excels in dynamic global environments.
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Testimonials
Pacifique M.
I gained more insights about PCI DSS, its requirements, and why it is important for an organization that deals with customers’ payment cards and information.
Ramshesh D.
Clear explanations and structured lessons make this course a strong introduction to PCI-DSS fundamentals. It helps merchants and stakeholders understand key requirements for securing access, protecting devices involved in cardholder data transmission, and conducting assessments to validate compliance.
Pravin K.
The session is really informative and useful for those who want to start PCI DSS training.
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