PCI-DSS Compliance Services
As cyber threats grow and regulatory scrutiny increases, compliance with PCI-DSS is more than a technical requirement—it's a necessity for operational resilience and risk reduction. Colleges and universities that store, transmit, or process cardholder data (CHD) must meet PCI requirements to protect financial data, avoid penalties, and reduce the risk of breach.
At NewPush, we provide PCI-DSS compliance solutions designed for the complexity of academic environments. Whether you operate decentralized departments, legacy payment systems, or hybrid cloud environments, we help you meet PCI standards with clarity and confidence.
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Pain Points We Solve for Higher Education IT and Finance Leaders
Decentralized Payment Environments
Limited Visibility into Cardholder Data Flows
Gaps in Network Security and Logging
PCI-DSS requires strong access controls, network segmentation, and audit logging—areas where many institutions fall short. We help implement and monitor these controls across your payment infrastructure.
Inconsistent Policy Enforcement
Fear of Non-Compliance or Breach Penalties
Why Higher Education Institutions Trust NewPush
Higher Education Expertise
Centralized Control with Campus Flexibility
Full PCI Lifecycle Support
Cross-Compliance Integration
We help unify your controls across PCI, CMMC, HIPAA, and other regulatory frameworks—eliminating redundant work and simplifying long-term compliance.
Trusted Partner Worldwide
With more than 5,000 clients across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America, NewPush is trusted by Higher Ed institutions to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable compliance solutions.
Comprehensive IT and Cybersecurity Services Tailored for Higher Education
At NewPush, we provide purpose-built IT and cybersecurity solutions designed to meet the complex demands of Higher Education institutions. Whether you're managing regulatory compliance, defending against evolving cyber threats, or modernizing infrastructure, our services are engineered to give IT leaders clarity, control, and confidence.
Cybersecurity Services
We deliver end-to-end cybersecurity services designed to proactively identify, mitigate, and prevent threats across your institution's digital environment.
Data Backup & Recovery Services
Ensure your critical data is protected and always recoverable with our enterprise-grade backup and recovery solutions.
Disaster Recovery Planning
We help institutions develop and implement disaster recovery strategies that minimize downtime and ensure continuity under any circumstance.
IT Compliance Services
We streamline compliance across multiple frameworks, providing technical controls, policy guidance, and documentation aligned with Higher Ed standards.
SOX Compliance Services
Support for SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) compliance through real-time monitoring, reporting, and internal control management tailored for Higher Education finance teams.
HIPAA Compliance Services
Secure protected health information (PHI) and meet HIPAA requirements with our specialized services for institutions managing campus clinics and research data.
CMMC Compliance Services
Get ready for CMMC audits with our structured cybersecurity maturity assessments, gap remediation, and control implementations aligned with DoD expectations.
NIST 800-171 Compliance
We support a full suite of NIST 800-series compliance needs, including 800-171, 800-53, and beyond, through automated policy mapping and secure technical architecture.
SOC 1 Compliance Services
Ensure data integrity and internal controls over financial reporting meet SOC 1 audit requirements with our tailored consulting and security solutions.
SOC 2 Compliance Services
Achieve SOC 2 compliance with comprehensive guidance across security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy principles.
PCI-DSS Compliance Services
Protect payment data and reduce audit stress with our PCI-DSS compliance services designed for institutions handling credit card transactions.
Co-managed IT Services
Collaborate with our expert team to extend your in-house capabilities. We integrate seamlessly into your existing IT operations to fill gaps, scale response, and share responsibility.
System Administration Services
From routine patching to complex server configurations, our system administration services ensure your infrastructure runs securely and efficiently.
Managed Detection & Response (MDR) Services
We provide 24/7 threat monitoring, detection, and incident response through a fully managed SOC designed to secure Higher Education networks.
Vulnerability Management Services
Identify, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities before they can be exploited, with continuous scanning and expert risk analysis.
Threat Hunting Services
Our proactive threat hunting team uncovers hidden threats and anomalous behaviors across your network to reduce dwell time and exposure.
Security Posture Management Services
We help institutions assess, benchmark, and enhance their overall security posture, aligning strategy with measurable risk reduction.
Data Loss Prevention Services
Prevent accidental or malicious data leaks with advanced DLP solutions that monitor, flag, and block sensitive data transfers in real time.
Cloud Security Services
Secure your cloud infrastructure and applications—whether public, private, or hybrid—with tailored controls and visibility across all environments.
Zero Trust Security Services
Implement a Zero Trust architecture to ensure identity-driven access, continuous validation, and segmented defense across your IT ecosystem.
Continuous Threat Evaluation & Management (CTEM) Services
Continuously evaluate and improve your threat detection and response capabilities using dynamic risk models and threat simulations.
Incident Response Services
Minimize damage, contain breaches, and recover fast with expert-led incident response services available 24/7.
Google Workspace Security
We secure your Google Workspace environment with advanced policy configurations, user access controls, and activity monitoring aligned to institutional needs.
Virtual Risk Officer
Our Virtual Risk Officer service provides strategic risk leadership, helping you align IT risk with institutional priorities and regulatory frameworks.
Security Awareness Training
Empower your staff and students to recognize and resist cyber threats with interactive, role-based security awareness training.
Frequently Asked Questions About PCI-DSS Compliance in Higher Education
What is PCI-DSS and who needs to comply with it?
Do universities need to be PCI compliant if they use third-party payment processors?
Yes. Even if you outsource payment processing, you are still responsible for ensuring PCI-DSS compliance across your environment. This includes securing access points, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining proper documentation.
How does PCI-DSS apply to multiple departments with separate payment systems?
In Higher Education, it's common for departments to use different systems or processors. We help centralize governance, standardize controls, and ensure each environment meets the appropriate PCI scope without disrupting operations.
What are the 12 requirements of PCI-DSS?
The 12 core requirements include: installing and maintaining a firewall, changing vendor defaults, protecting stored data, encrypting data in transit, maintaining antivirus, developing secure systems, restricting access, assigning unique IDs, physical access controls, monitoring networks, regular testing, and maintaining an information security policy. We help you implement and document each of these steps.
What’s the difference between an SAQ and a full PCI audit (ROC)?
An SAQ (Self-Assessment Questionnaire) is a simplified compliance option for lower-volume merchants. A ROC (Report on Compliance) is a full audit conducted by a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) for institutions that process large volumes of credit card transactions. We guide your team through either process depending on your classification.
How long does PCI compliance take to achieve?
PCI compliance timelines vary based on your current posture, environment complexity, and cardholder data exposure. Most institutions can complete readiness and remediation in 8-16 weeks. We provide structured project plans and continuous support throughout.
Do you integrate PCI controls with our existing payment platforms?
Yes. Our solutions integrate with the platforms you already use, including campus payment gateways, online portals, bookstore systems, and donor platforms. We focus on enhancing—not replacing—your current investments.
What happens if we fail to maintain PCI compliance?
Non-compliance can result in fines from payment processors, data breaches, and even suspension of payment privileges. Our goal is to help you establish sustainable, long-term compliance with monitoring, audits, and ongoing remediation support.
