28/04/2025
The need for reliable payment data protection is growing every year. If you company works with bank cards, PCI DSS compliance is not merely a market requirement, but the key to gaining the trust of customers and partners. This is precisely why GetPCI, a dedicated IT Specialist's project exists. It provides expert services in the area of certification, audit and information security. Here, they don't just help you pass the test — they create comprehensive solutions that really work.

Що таке PCI DSS: основи безпеки платіжних даних

PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) is an international security standard that defines how bank card data should be stored, processed and transmitted. Compliance is mandatory for all companies that work with payment information: from banks and payment services to e-shops, restaurants, and travel agencies.
The standard contains 12 basic requirements covering all aspects of security:
● local network protection;● configuration of information structure components;● protection of stored cardholder data;● protection of transmitted cardholder data;● antivirus protection of information infrastructure;● development and support of information systems;● managing access to cardholder data;● authentication mechanisms;● physical protection of information infrastructure;● information security management;● keeping a log of events and processes;● control of information infrastructure security.
Compliance with the standard is a matter of reputation, user trust, and minimising the risk of financial losses in the event of a data breach. The GetPCI resource exists precisely to accompany the client along this path — from the initial inquiry to obtaining certification.

Services provided by GetPCI: a full range of solutions for your business

The GetPCI team provides not just consulting, but a full range of services — from the initial audit to obtaining an official certificate of compliance. Specialists work with both large banks and companies that are just starting out in the field of payment data processing. Here is what is included in the list of services:
Certification according to international standards:
● PCI DSS — the main standard for companies that handle payment cards;● PCI 3DS — to ensure secure verification during online payments;● PCI PIN Security — for companies working with card PIN codes;● ISO/IEC 27001 — international standard for information security management;● SWIFT Customer Security Programme (CSP) — security requirements for SWIFT participants;● NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) — US cybersecurity assessment framework.
Audit and technical analysis:
● ASV (Approved Scanning Vendor) — official external vulnerability scanning;● Internal vulnerability scanning — analysis of internal IT infrastructure;● Penetration testing (pentest) — simulating a hacker attack to identify vulnerabilities;● Conformity assessment — preliminary analysis of risks and non-conformities.
Regulatory documents:
● Preparation of policies, procedures, incident response plans;● Development of a complete set of documents for certification;● Consulting on the implementation of security policies in the company.
The GetPCI team flexibly adapts to the specifics of each client, regardless of industry — from banks to HoReCa, from e-commerce to data centres.

How does certification with GetPCI work?

Certification is a structured process in which GetPCI experts accompany you every step of the way. Here is what a typical certification process looks like:
1. Preliminary questionnaire. You fill out a short form on the website so that specialists can assess your current condition and needs.2. Agreement signing. We agree on the scope of work, deadlines, budget, and sign an NDA — everything is transparent and official.3. Analysis of infrastructure. The team audits systems, processes and documents. You will get a complete picture of what meets the standard and what needs to be improved.4. Elimination of non-conformities. GetPCI specialists provide detailed recommendations on changes to policies, technical settings or internal procedures. If necessary, they assist in implementing changes.5. Certification audit. After the changes have been made, a final audit is conducted to confirm compliance.6. Obtaining a certificate. If everything is in order, an official certificate and report (ROC/SAQ) will be issued, which you can then present to banks, payment systems, or publish on your website.7. Post-certification support. GetPCI does not disappear after the document is issued. We advise you, help you prepare for repeat audits and respond to changes in standards.
This approach enables companies to build an effective information security system that truly works.

Who needs PCI DSS certification: is that you?

PCI DSS is not only about the banks. This applies to any business that accepts, transmits or stores payment card data. If you think your company does not need this, just take a look at the list below. Perhaps you’ll find yourself.
Main categories of GetPCI clients:
● Banks and processing centres are the heart of the payment infrastructure, which must be reliable.● E-commerce, i.e. online shops accepting online payments. Even through third-party payment gateways.● Travel companies — they often store clients' card details for bookings.● HoReCa — hotels, restaurants, cafés that accept cashless payments.● Retail chains and stores — from small offline outlets to large supermarkets.● Data centres and hosting providers — which provide card data processing or storage services to their clients.
Even if you do not process card data directly but work with partners, who require it, PCI DSS certification can give you a competitive advantage.

Why choose GetPCI?

GetPCI is a little more than just a service. This is a team that thinks in terms of long-term security, not ‘one-time certification.’ The client gets:
● Support from the first enquiry to the final report — the team is always available, without bureaucracy.● Flexible approach — solutions are adapted to the specific infrastructure and resources of the client.● In-depth expertise — audits are conducted by certified specialists with practical experience in cybersecurity.● Additional services — from ASV to pentests and documentation development.● Transparent cooperation — no hidden conditions, everything is clear, understandable and fair.
With GetPCI, you don't just meet requirements — you increase your business's resilience to real threats.

Conclusion: Security is not difficult, if you trust the professionals

PCI DSS certification is an important step to safe, stable, and reliable business. If you need a partner to help you build a real protection system, contact GetPCI.
Fill out a short questionnaire on the website and make the first step to certification today!
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Author: Anatolii Zhuravliov, Deputy Director for Technology in the Audit and Certification of Payment and Banking Systems