Overarching information security policy addressing all PCI DSS program requirements and security governance.
A compliant Information Security Policy for PCI DSS v4.0 must include the following7 sections. Each section addresses a specific control requirement that auditors will review.
Policy objectives and all personnel in scope.
CISO/security ownership and board accountability.
Annual review cycle and acknowledgment requirements.
Risk assessment process and frequency.
Training requirements for all personnel.
High-level incident response program reference.
Exception request and approval process.
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Controls for network security including firewall configuration, DMZ setup, and cardholder data environment segmentation.
Policy governing storage, transmission, and protection of cardholder data and sensitive authentication data.
Processes for identifying, prioritizing, and remediating security vulnerabilities across system components.
Restricting access to cardholder data system components on a business need-to-know basis.
Logging, monitoring, and testing of all network resources and cardholder data access.
Incident response plan for suspected or confirmed cardholder data breaches and security events.
Physical access controls for cardholder data environments, media handling, and device security.
Management of third-party service providers with access to or impact on cardholder data and the CDE.