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PCI Compliance
Protect Your Business & Cardholder Data
If your company processes, stores, or transmits credit card information, achieving and maintaining PCI DSS compliance isn’t optional — it’s essential. Non-compliance can lead to severe fines, reputation damage, and the loss of the ability to accept payments. We’re here to make your PCI journey clear, manageable, and sustainable.
Common PCI Compliance Challenges
Many businesses struggle to meet PCI standards. Here are some common problems you might face:
- Complex requirements: PCI DSS includes many technical and procedural controls. It can be hard to know which ones apply to your business
- Hidden gaps: You might think you’re compliant — until an audit reveals missing or improperly implemented controls.
- Limited internal expertise: Smaller organizations often lack dedicated staff or deep security know-how to implement PCI controls.
- Audit anxiety: The audit process (e.g. by a Qualified Security Assessor or via a Self-Assessment Questionnaire) can feel overwhelming without proper preparation.
How We Help You Achieve PCI Compliance
Our PCI compliance service is designed to walk you through every step, from initial assessment to ongoing monitoring. Here’s how we approach it:
PCI Gap Assessment
First, we audit your current environment — systems, processes, controls — to benchmark your level of compliance. We uncover exactly where you fall short, and what risks those gaps present.
Tailored Compliance Roadmap
Based on that gap assessment, we build you a compliance roadmap. This is a clear, prioritized checklist of what needs to change, what level of effort it involves, and how to get there.
Implementation Assistance
We don’t leave you to figure things out alone. Our team helps you roll out the required controls (network segmentation, encryption, access controls, logging, vulnerability scanning, etc.), integrating them into your existing operations.
Ongoing Compliance Management
PCI DSS is not a “set it and forget it” standard. We offer continuous monitoring, control reviews, periodic scans, internal assessments, policy updates, and alerting to keep your compliance posture current.
Audit & Reporting Support
When it’s time for your PCI assessment (or audit), we help you prepare documentation, provide mock audits, and guide your team through the formal process or QSA review — so you approach it confidently.
Straight Talk from the IT Pros
When it comes to PCI DSS, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. The standard is intentionally flexible — but that flexibility can create confusion. Our security experts break down what you really need to know to stay compliant and secure in this digital age.
Understanding PCI DSS Levels & Applicability
Not every organization faces the same compliance burden. The PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) uses a tiered system based on transaction volume, payment method, and risk exposure. Here’s how it breaks down:
- Level 1 – Merchants processing over 6 million transactions annually across all channels — or those who have experienced a data breach. This level requires an annual on-site audit by a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) and quarterly network scans.
- Level 2 – Merchants handling 1 to 6 million transactions annually. Typically validated through a Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) and quarterly vulnerability scans.
- Level 3 – Merchants processing 20,000 to 1 million e-commerce transactions annually. May complete an SAQ and submit regular scans through their acquiring bank.
- Level 4 – Smaller merchants with fewer than 20,000 e-commerce or up to 1 million total transactions annually. Generally validate compliance through an SAQ and quarterly scans.
Expert Insight: What Businesses Often Miss
“PCI compliance isn’t just about checking boxes. It’s about protecting your payment environment end-to-end — from the card reader to your cloud.”
— Mark S., Senior Security Analyst, The Computer Company
Many organizations mistakenly assume PCI DSS applies only to their e-commerce website or point-of-sale system. In reality, compliance touches network security, user access, data encryption, patch management, and even employee training. If any part of your environment handles or transmits card data, it must meet PCI standards.
Our Take
PCI DSS compliance is both a security framework and a business safeguard. Done right, it not only reduces breach risk but also reassures customers that their data is safe in your hands. Our experts combine technical precision with practical experience — helping you meet the standard without overcomplicating your operations.
Your validation method — whether that’s a full QSA audit, internal security assessment, or self-attestation — depends on your merchant level, acquiring bank, and the card brands you work with (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB).
The Cost of Non-Compliance
Failing to maintain PCI compliance can have serious consequences:
Fines & Penalties – Card brands and banks may charge fines for non-compliance or breaches.
- Termination of Merchant Account – You may lose the right to process credit card payments.
- Liability for Breach Costs – Covering the cost of investigations, remediation, compensation, and legal exposure.
- Reputational Damage – A data breach hurts public trust and brand value.
- Increased Audit Scrutiny – Once flagged non-compliant, you may face more frequent assessments and oversight.
Staying compliant isn’t just about following rules — it’s about protecting your business.
Why Partner with TCC for PCI Compliance?
Seasoned PCI / Security Experts
Our team has deep experience working with all levels of PCI and payment security.
Customized Approach
We don’t offer cookie-cutter checklists. You’ll get a plan built around your environment, size, and risk profile.
Transparent Pricing
Know what you’re paying for — no surprise fees or hidden costs.
Supportive, Clear Communication
We speak in business terms, not jargon. You’ll always know what’s happening, why, and when.
Get PCI Compliant
Don’t let the complexity of payment security hold your business back. Let us guide your PCI compliance journey and protect your brand, customers, and bottom line of your business.
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