pci-dss-compliance-automator
PCI DSS compliance assessment and reporting for cardholder data protection, SAQ automation, and ASV scan orchestration
Best use case
pci-dss-compliance-automator is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
PCI DSS compliance assessment and reporting for cardholder data protection, SAQ automation, and ASV scan orchestration
Teams using pci-dss-compliance-automator should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/pci-dss-compliance-automator/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How pci-dss-compliance-automator Compares
| Feature / Agent | pci-dss-compliance-automator | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
PCI DSS compliance assessment and reporting for cardholder data protection, SAQ automation, and ASV scan orchestration
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# PCI DSS Compliance Automator Skill
## Purpose
Automate Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance activities including cardholder data environment scoping, SAQ questionnaire automation, ASV scan orchestration, control validation, and compliance reporting.
## Capabilities
### Cardholder Data Environment (CDE) Scoping
- Identify systems storing, processing, or transmitting cardholder data
- Map cardholder data flows
- Document network segmentation
- Identify connected and security-impacting systems
- Generate CDE scope documentation
### Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) Automation
- Determine appropriate SAQ type (A, A-EP, B, B-IP, C, C-VT, D, P2PE)
- Auto-populate questionnaire responses from evidence
- Track compensating controls
- Generate SAQ submissions
### ASV Scan Orchestration
- Schedule and manage ASV vulnerability scans
- Track quarterly scan requirements
- Manage scan disputes and remediation
- Aggregate scan results across environments
- Monitor passing scan status
### Control Validation by Requirement
- Requirement 1: Network security controls
- Requirement 2: Secure configurations
- Requirement 3: Protect stored account data
- Requirement 4: Protect data in transit
- Requirement 5: Malware protection
- Requirement 6: Secure systems and software
- Requirement 7: Restrict access by business need
- Requirement 8: User identification and authentication
- Requirement 9: Physical access restrictions
- Requirement 10: Logging and monitoring
- Requirement 11: Security testing
- Requirement 12: Security policies
### Evidence Collection
- Automated evidence gathering for each requirement
- Policy and procedure documentation
- Configuration evidence capture
- Log sample collection
- Access control evidence
### Compliance Reporting
- Generate Attestation of Compliance (AOC)
- Prepare Report on Compliance (ROC) artifacts
- Create compliance dashboards
- Track compliance metrics over time
## PCI DSS v4.0 Coverage
### Build and Maintain Secure Network
- Req 1: Install and maintain network security controls
- Req 2: Apply secure configurations
### Protect Account Data
- Req 3: Protect stored account data
- Req 4: Protect cardholder data during transmission
### Maintain Vulnerability Management
- Req 5: Protect against malicious software
- Req 6: Develop and maintain secure systems
### Implement Strong Access Control
- Req 7: Restrict access to system components
- Req 8: Identify users and authenticate access
- Req 9: Restrict physical access
### Monitor and Test Networks
- Req 10: Log and monitor access
- Req 11: Test security regularly
### Maintain Security Policy
- Req 12: Support information security with policies
## Integrations
- **SecurityMetrics**: PCI compliance and ASV scanning
- **Qualys**: Vulnerability scanning and PCI compliance
- **Trustwave**: ASV scanning and compliance services
- **PCI Council Tools**: Official PCI SSC resources
- **Cloud Provider Tools**: AWS, Azure, GCP compliance tools
## Target Processes
- PCI DSS Compliance Process
- Quarterly ASV Scanning
- Annual Assessment Preparation
- Cardholder Data Protection
## Input Schema
```json
{
"type": "object",
"properties": {
"assessmentType": {
"type": "string",
"enum": ["full", "saq", "asv", "scope", "gap"],
"description": "Type of PCI DSS assessment"
},
"merchantLevel": {
"type": "integer",
"enum": [1, 2, 3, 4],
"description": "PCI merchant level"
},
"saqType": {
"type": "string",
"enum": ["A", "A-EP", "B", "B-IP", "C", "C-VT", "D-Merchant", "D-ServiceProvider", "P2PE"],
"description": "Applicable SAQ type"
},
"cdeScope": {
"type": "object",
"properties": {
"systems": { "type": "array", "items": { "type": "string" } },
"networks": { "type": "array", "items": { "type": "string" } },
"applications": { "type": "array", "items": { "type": "string" } }
}
},
"asvTargets": {
"type": "array",
"items": { "type": "string" },
"description": "IP addresses/hostnames for ASV scanning"
},
"existingDocumentation": {
"type": "string",
"description": "Path to existing PCI documentation"
}
},
"required": ["assessmentType"]
}
```
## Output Schema
```json
{
"type": "object",
"properties": {
"assessmentId": {
"type": "string"
},
"assessmentType": {
"type": "string"
},
"assessmentDate": {
"type": "string",
"format": "date-time"
},
"cdeScope": {
"type": "object",
"properties": {
"inScopeSystems": { "type": "array" },
"connectedSystems": { "type": "array" },
"outOfScopeSystems": { "type": "array" },
"segmentationStatus": { "type": "string" }
}
},
"requirementStatus": {
"type": "array",
"items": {
"type": "object",
"properties": {
"requirement": { "type": "string" },
"status": { "type": "string", "enum": ["compliant", "non-compliant", "not-applicable", "compensating-control"] },
"findings": { "type": "array" },
"evidence": { "type": "array" }
}
}
},
"asvResults": {
"type": "object",
"properties": {
"scanDate": { "type": "string" },
"passingStatus": { "type": "boolean" },
"vulnerabilities": { "type": "array" },
"disputes": { "type": "array" }
}
},
"saqResponses": {
"type": "object"
},
"gapAnalysis": {
"type": "array"
},
"complianceScore": {
"type": "number"
},
"recommendations": {
"type": "array",
"items": { "type": "string" }
}
}
}
```
## Usage Example
```javascript
skill: {
name: 'pci-dss-compliance-automator',
context: {
assessmentType: 'full',
merchantLevel: 2,
saqType: 'D-Merchant',
cdeScope: {
systems: ['Payment Gateway', 'POS Terminal', 'Web Store'],
networks: ['Payment VLAN', 'DMZ']
}
}
}
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