Job Title: PCI QSA Assessor

Company: Rapid Strategy

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

About Us: Rapid Strategy is a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions, dedicated to helping businesses secure their digital assets and protect sensitive information. As part of our commitment to excellence, we are seeking a skilled and experienced PCI Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Job Description: As a PCI QSA Assessor, you will play a critical role in helping our clients achieve and maintain compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). You will be responsible for conducting thorough assessments of our clients' IT environments, identifying security vulnerabilities and gaps in compliance, and providing actionable recommendations for remediation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive PCI DSS assessments for clients across various industries, including but not limited to retail, e-commerce, finance, and healthcare.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of clients' security controls and processes to ensure compliance with PCI DSS requirements.
• Perform on-site assessments and interviews with key stakeholders to gather necessary information and assess security posture.
• Analyze assessment findings and prepare detailed reports outlining areas of non-compliance and recommendations for remediation.
• Collaborate with clients to develop remediation plans and provide ongoing support and guidance throughout the compliance process.
• Stay current with the latest developments in PCI DSS and other relevant regulatory standards, and apply this knowledge to enhance assessment methodologies and best practices.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on PCI DSS compliance, providing guidance and support to internal teams and clients as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA, CISM) preferred.
• PCI Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT security, with a focus on PCI DSS compliance and assessment.
• Strong understanding of information security principles, standards, and best practices.
• Proficiency in conducting technical security assessments, including vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and risk analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of cybersecurity.
• Must be a US citizen.