eSec Forte Technologies - PCI-DSS Expert - Network Security

Key Responsibilities :

- Lead PCI DSS gap assessments, readiness reviews, and formal compliance assessments (SAQ / RoC).

- Perform detailed scoping of the Cardholder Data Environment (CDE), including data flows, system boundaries, and segmentation validation.

- Assess security controls against PCI DSS requirements and identify compliance gaps and risk areas.

- Guide clients on remediation strategies, compensating controls, and best-practice security improvements.

- Review policies, procedures, technical configurations, and evidence submitted by clients.

- Coordinate with client technical, security, and business teams during assessment activities.

- Prepare high-quality assessment deliverables, including Gap Assessment Reports, Reports on Compliance (RoC), Attestation of Compliance (AoC), and executive summaries.

- Support clients during revalidation, regulatory queries, and certification cycles.

- Mentor junior consultants and contribute to internal knowledge development.

- Stay current with PCI DSS updates, emerging threats, and industry best practices.

Required Skills & Competencies :

- In-depth knowledge of PCI DSS (latest version), payment ecosystems, and cardholder data flows.

- Strong understanding of network security, firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption, key management, and secure system configurations.

- Experience with operating systems (Windows, Linux), databases, and virtualization/cloud environments.

- Familiarity with vulnerability management, penetration testing, and log monitoring controls.

- Excellent analytical, documentation, and report-writing skills.

- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

- Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet strict timelines.