In PCI's CPSA Program, there are many stakeholders - The Participating Payment Brands, PCI Security Standards Council, CPSA Companies, and CPSA Employees. The latter is responsible for performing the assessment of PCI Card Production that is aligned with the Standards. For this, the concerned employees need to complete the CPSA Program Training requirements.
SimpliAxis' Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) Qualification training is a two-day instructor-led training where participants learn the methods of assessments of entities in accordance with the PCI Card Production and Provisioning Standards. The two classes cover the physical and the logical requirements, where the Logical Assessor training session covers entities like magnetic strips, PIN generation, IC personalization, Cryptographic key management, and EMV data preparation. The physical assessor training covers the physical aspects like manufacturing of cards, magnets stripe personalization, and more.
Key Learnings
- Validating the scope of Card Production Environment.
- In case sampling is required, selecting the right components from the assessed environment – employees, systems, facilities, and more.
- Judging if the assessed entity meets the security standards or not.
- Generating Compliance Reports using Reporting Templates.
- Attest that the assessed entity is compliant with the PCI Security Standards
- Understanding ROC and AOC documentation that needs to be prepared and submitted at the end of the assessment.
Validate and confirm the scope of the Card Production Environment as defined by the assessed entity Select employees, facilities, systems, and system components accurately representing the assessed environment if sampling is employed. Apply independent judgment about whether the assessed entity meets the PCI Card Production and Provisioning Logical Security Standard. Effectively use the PCI Card Production and Provisioning ROC Reporting Template to produce PCI Card Production and Provisioning Logical Security Reports on Compliance. Validate and attest to an entity’s PCI Card Production and Provisioning Logical Security Standard compliance status. Conduct follow-up assessments as needed Learn how to complete the PCI Card Production and Provisioning ROC and PCI Card Production and Provisioning AOC documentation required for submission following completion of an assessment.
- Instructor-led two-day workshop
- Training imparted by top trainers from the industry.
- Course content at par with and in compliance with PCI Card Production and Provisioning Standards.
This course is relevant to people who are planning a career in security standards of PCI Card Production and Provisioning industry. It is best suited for candidates who are:
- Working as or aim to become information security personnel.
- Government department personnel and heads.
- Law enforcement executives.
- Security managers
- Incident handlers.
- System administrators.
- Employees working with CPSA Companies
SimpliAxis aims to upgrade and enhance individuals with the skills and certifications so that they can reach new heights in their careers. SimpliAxis believes that learning is a journey and if the proper pathway is followed, one can reach their goals with ease and efficacy. Some of the reasons why you should choose SimpliAxis are.
- Flexible timings to attend online training/interactive sessions
- All courses are designed by industry experts after understanding the individual’s requirements thoroughly
- We ensure that every candidate clears the certification with good scores
- Our wide community of subject experts and certified professionals is a resource pool of tips, tricks, and insightful advice
- Our interactive sessions are meant to clear all your concepts and doubts.
- 24/7 support and affordable fee structure
SimpliAxis is proud of its team of capable and proficient trainers who are well-recognized in the information security industry for their credentials and the training industry for their vast knowledge. Our trainers:
- Have years of hands-on experience with PCI Card Production and Provisioning Standards
- Have trained hundreds of working professionals and freshers in the course of their illustrious career
- Share their industry experiences and practical examples to facilitate better understanding.
- Ensure engagement and participation in the class
- Ensure proper handling of queries from participants during and after the course.
Step 1: Review the pre-requisite.
Step 2: Apply online at the PCI Security Standards website. You need to submit the CPSA registration form and fill up the company application form. The professionals for CPSA training need to be enrolled.
Step 3: Pay for the training online. PCI SSC will send in the information about the instructor-led classes. Complete the training and receive the certification.
Who is a certified Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) professional?
A certified Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) professional has the know-how and information about security and compliance as per the PCI Card Production and Provisioning Standards.
What are the prerequisites to take the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) course?
Candidates who enroll in this course should be familiar with the PCI Card Production and Provisioning Security Standards.
What are the benefits of the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA)?
The trained candidate has a crucial industry credential with him that proves his professional proficiency. You also expand your knowledge base about the payment industry with in-depth know-how of the system's various entities. You have the competency to support client's compliance programs and assess the same on an ongoing basis.
After the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA), how many days do I need to take the exam?
There is no formal examination at the end of the course.
How do I attain the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) certification?
You would need to enroll in the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) training course with SimpliAxis. It is mandatory to attend the class on both days. Complete the training, Appear for the internal assessment to get the certificate.
How long is the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) valid for?
The certificate is valid for a year.
How do I renew the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) certification?
You need to re-qualify every year to retain your certification. CPSA’s need to ensure that they follow the professional responsibility codes of the PCI SSC. You need to gather 10 CPE (Continuing Professional Education) credits each year and at least 30 CPE credits in a term of three years on a rolling basis. You can take PCI SSC training to make up for CPE hours.
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FAQ
Who is a certified Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) professional?
A certified Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) professional has the know-how and information about security and compliance as per the PCI Card Production and Provisioning Standards.
What are the prerequisites to take the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) course?
Candidates who enroll in this course should be familiar with the PCI Card Production and Provisioning Security Standards.
What are the benefits of the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA)?
The trained candidate has a crucial industry credential with him that proves his professional proficiency. You also expand your knowledge base about the payment industry with in-depth know-how of the system's various entities. You have the competency to support client's compliance programs and assess the same on an ongoing basis.
After the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA), how many days do I need to take the exam?
There is no formal examination at the end of the course.
How do I attain the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) certification?
You would need to enroll in the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) training course with SimpliAxis. It is mandatory to attend the class on both days. Complete the training, Appear for the internal assessment to get the certificate.
How long is the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) valid for?
The certificate is valid for a year.
How do I renew the Card Production Security Assessor (CPSA) certification?
You need to re-qualify every year to retain your certification. CPSA’s need to ensure that they follow the professional responsibility codes of the PCI SSC. You need to gather 10 CPE (Continuing Professional Education) credits each year and at least 30 CPE credits in a term of three years on a rolling basis. You can take PCI SSC training to make up for CPE hours.