Senior PCI DSS Advisory Lead

Frazier & Deeter; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Frazier & Deeter is seeking an Advisory Senior Associate to lead PCI DSS assessments and validate security controls to ensure PCI DSS compliance for client environments. You will review evidence, engage stakeholders, and deliver remediation recommendations while mentoring junior staff.

The role emphasizes security best practices, risk-based reporting, and strong communication with management across industries. Located in Charlotte, NC, the team supports clients nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of IT Audit, Cybersecurity, Risk Advisory, Compliance, or PCI DSS assessments.
• PCI QSA certification required; additional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead PCI DSS assessments, gap analyses, and readiness reviews for clients across various industries.
• Evaluate design and effectiveness of security controls related to cardholder data environments (CDE).
• Review policies, procedures, configurations, and technical evidence to validate PCI DSS compliance.
• Conduct stakeholder interviews and walkthroughs to understand processes and identify gaps.
• Develop risk-based recommendations and remediation plans for PCI DSS findings.
• Prepare assessment deliverables, including reports and executive summaries.
• Mentor junior team members and support engagement quality and timely delivery.
• Act as trusted advisor on PCI DSS requirements and security best practices.

Skills

PCI QSA

CISA

CISSP

CISM

CRISC

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field

Job description

Frazier & Deeter is seeking an Advisory Senior Associate to lead PCI DSS assessments and validate security controls to ensure PCI DSS compliance for client environments. You will review evidence, engage stakeholders, and deliver remediation recommendations while mentoring junior staff.

The role emphasizes security best practices, risk-based reporting, and strong communication with management across industries. Located in Charlotte, NC, the team supports clients nationwide.