Preparing for PCI DSS Compliance

Once you’ve mapped your PCI DSS scope and requirements, it’s time to prepare for compliance.

Start with a gap assessment to evaluate current controls against the PCI DSS framework.
Identify areas where new controls need to be implemented or existing processes improved.

Engage cross-functional teams early—PCI DSS compliance requires collaboration between security, IT, operations, and legal teams.

Focus on key priorities:

• Network segmentation to limit PCI DSS scope

• Access control and authentication for systems handling cardholder data

• Encryption and key management practices

• Vulnerability management and patching

• Logging and monitoring of payment environments

• Policies and procedures to guide secure operations

Conduct an internal readiness review to validate that all required controls are implemented and operating effectively.