PCI DSS Compliance Audit Montreal

Complete support for PCI DSS 4.0 compliance - The mandatory standard for payment card data processing

PCI DSS 4.016 weeksAdvancedBlended (in-person + remote)

In Montreal, our cybersecurity training supports Quebec businesses in their secure digital transformation. Organizations like Desjardins, National Bank of Canada, CGI trust our expertise to train their teams. Based in District 3, we understand the specific challenges of the Canada market and adapt our programs to local realities.

Key Information

Duration16 weeks

ModeBlended (in-person + remote)

LevelAdvanced

LocationMontreal

Template

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PCI DSS Gap Analysis Template

Identify your PCI DSS 4.0 compliance gaps with this 12 requirements template.

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Presentation

Complete support for PCI DSS 4.0 compliance - The mandatory standard for payment card data processing

Objectives

Achieve PCI DSS 4.0 compliance with its 12 requirements
Reduce fraud and data theft risks
Avoid card network penalties (Visa, Mastercard)
Obtain Attestation of Compliance (AOC) or ROC report
Maintain compliance with continuous monitoring program

Target Audience

→E-commerce and online merchants
→Payment service providers (PSP)
→Fintech and neobanks
→Hotels, restaurants and retail
→Any merchant accepting payment cards

Prerequisites

Organization processing payment card data. Established IT infrastructure. Management commitment and dedicated budget. Designated security or IT manager.

Our Methodology

•Cardholder data flow mapping (CDE)
•Merchant level identification (1-4)
•Gap analysis vs 12 PCI DSS 4.0 requirements
•Remediation roadmap and budget

Frequently Asked Questions

Prerequisites

Organization processing payment card data. Established IT infrastructure. Management commitment and dedicated budget. Designated security or IT manager.

Target Audience

→E-commerce and online merchants
→Payment service providers (PSP)
→Fintech and neobanks
→Hotels, restaurants and retail
→Any merchant accepting payment cards

Detailed Curriculum

Phase 1: Assessment and Scoping

→Cardholder data flow mapping (CDE)
→Merchant level identification (1-4)
→Gap analysis vs 12 PCI DSS 4.0 requirements
→Remediation roadmap and budget

Phase 2: Network and System Security (Req. 1-6)

→Req 1-2: Firewalls and secure configurations
→Req 3-4: Stored and in-transit data protection
→Req 5-6: Antivirus, patching and secure development
→Network segmentation and scope reduction

Phase 3: Access Control and Monitoring (Req. 7-12)

→Req 7-8: Access control and strong authentication
→Req 9: Physical security
→Req 10-11: Logging, monitoring and security testing
→Req 12: Security policies and awareness

Phase 4: Audit and Certification

→Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) or QSA audit
→Vulnerability tests and ASV scans
→Findings remediation
→AOC obtainment and annual maintenance

Expected Outcomes

Achieve PCI DSS 4.0 compliance with its 12 requirements

Reduce fraud and data theft risks

Avoid card network penalties (Visa, Mastercard)

Obtain Attestation of Compliance (AOC) or ROC report

Maintain compliance with continuous monitoring program

Companies in Montreal using this training

Desjardins - Awareness training for 500+ employees
National Bank of Canada - Ongoing certification program
CGI - Security audit and custom training
District 3 startups - Monthly group training sessions

Regulatory Compliance

Law 25 (Quebec privacy law), PIPEDA (federal), Bill C-26 (CCSPA - Critical Cyber Systems Protection Act), OSFI guidelines (financial institutions), SOC 2 and ISO 27001 required for banking sector

FAQs

What are the 4 PCI DSS merchant levels?

Level 1: >6M transactions/year (annual QSA audit). Level 2: 1-6M transactions. Level 3: 20K-1M e-commerce transactions. Level 4: <20K e-commerce or <1M other transactions. Levels 2-4 can use SAQ (self-assessment).

What are the new features in PCI DSS 4.0?

PCI DSS 4.0 (mandatory March 2024) introduces: customized approach, enhanced MFA authentication, new e-commerce requirements (scripts, headers), modified payment page detection, and improved key management. 51 new requirements in total.

How much does PCI DSS compliance cost?

Level 4 (SAQ): €5-20K. Level 2-3: €20-50K. Level 1 (QSA): €50-200K+. These costs include consulting, technical tools (ASV scans, WAF, tokenization) and audit. Non-compliance penalties can reach €100K/month.

Is PCI DSS mandatory?

Yes, PCI DSS is contractually mandatory for any organization that stores, processes or transmits card data. It is a requirement of Visa, Mastercard, Amex networks. Non-compliance results in penalties, fines and potentially loss of card acceptance privileges.

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Next session in Montreal

March 17, 2026