PCI 3DS Compliance Experts: Qualified 3DS Assessors for ACS, 3DSS & DS
Cianaa’s team of Qualified 3DS Assessors (3DS QSAs) brings deep technical expertise across the full 3DS authentication stack — from certification through to ongoing risk management and remediation support.
PCI 3DS Compliance Experts You Can Trust
Our assessors hold active 3DS QSA qualifications issued by the PCI Security Standards Council — the only qualification that authorises the issuance of a PCI 3DS Report on Compliance. Self-assessment is not permitted under PCI 3DS — only a 3DS QSA can write and validate the ROC.
Qualified 3DS Assessor (3DS QSA) Certification
Our assessors hold active 3DS QSA qualifications issued by the PCI Security Standards Council — the only qualification that authorises the issuance of a PCI 3DS Report on Compliance.
Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) Qualification
Our team also holds PCI DSS QSA qualifications, enabling integrated assessments that address both PCI DSS and PCI 3DS obligations simultaneously for in-scope organisations.
Information Security Management Expertise
Certified Information Security Managers on the team bring governance, risk, and control expertise that strengthens risk management and policy outputs for 3DS programmes.
IT Audit & Assurance Background
Certified Information Systems Auditors with audit methodology experience ensure evidence collection and testing procedures are rigorous and defensible.
Areas of 3DS Compliance Expertise
Our 3DS experts cover the full scope of PCI 3DS requirements — from technical cryptographic controls to governance and risk management frameworks.
Cryptographic Security
Deep expertise in the cryptographic requirements underpinning 3DS authentication — key lifecycle management, HSM controls, authentication value (AV) generation, and algorithm compliance for ACS environments.
3DS Protocol Architecture
Hands-on knowledge of the EMVCo 3DS Core Specification v2.x — including message flows between 3DSS, DS, and ACS components, TLS mutual authentication, and API security controls.
Network & Infrastructure Security
Assessment of network segmentation, firewall architecture, intrusion detection, and cloud or on-premise infrastructure controls for all three 3DS component environments.
Risk Management
Design and execution of formal PCI 3DS risk assessments, risk register development, treatment planning, and management sign-off support — aligned to ISO 27005 and NIST methodologies.
Penetration Testing
Coordinating and reviewing penetration testing of 3DS environments to meet PCI 3DS requirements — including scope definition, methodology alignment, and findings remediation support.
Governance & Policy
Development and review of security policies, incident response plans, vendor management frameworks, and security awareness programmes required under PCI 3DS governance obligations.
3DS Compliance Services from Cianaa
From initial readiness through to final ROC delivery and year-round advisory support, our 3DS experts cover every stage of your compliance journey.
PCI 3DS Certification Assessment
Full formal assessment of your ACS, 3DSS, or DS environment against the PCI 3DS Standard, culminating in a Report on Compliance (ROC) and Attestation of Compliance (AOC) issued by a Qualified 3DS Assessor.
Learn about 3DS Certification →3DS Readiness & Gap Assessment
A pre-assessment review of your 3DS environment against PCI 3DS requirements, identifying gaps and producing a prioritised remediation roadmap before the formal certification assessment begins.
Enquire about readiness review →PCI 3DS Risk Management
Design and execution of your mandatory PCI 3DS risk assessment programme — including asset identification, threat analysis, risk register development, treatment planning, and management sign-off support.
Learn about 3DS Risk Management →Remediation Advisory
Hands-on technical advisory support to help your engineering and security teams remediate gaps identified during readiness reviews or formal assessments — reducing time to certification.
Enquire about remediation support →Ongoing Compliance Retainer
Year-round advisory support to maintain your 3DS compliance posture — monitoring regulatory changes, providing guidance on environment changes, and preparing documentation for annual reassessment.
Enquire about retainer options →Combined PCI DSS + 3DS Assessments
Integrated assessments covering both PCI DSS and PCI 3DS obligations in a single coordinated engagement — reducing duplication, cost, and disruption for organisations subject to both standards.
Learn about PCI DSS Assessments →Organisations We Work With
Our PCI 3DS compliance experts work with a wide range of organisations operating 3DS components — from global card issuers to fintech vendors building 3DS technology products.
Card-Issuing Banks
Banks operating Access Control Servers for cardholder authentication must certify their ACS annually. We guide issuers through the full certification and ongoing compliance cycle.
Payment Processors
Processors operating 3DS Server environments for merchants require PCI 3DS certification. We assess 3DSS environments and support processors in meeting card brand mandates.
Directory Server Operators
Organisations running Directory Servers for routing 3DS authentication messages require a separate DS certification. Our experts assess DS environments against PCI 3DS DS requirements.
Fintech & Technology Vendors
Technology companies building 3DS Server or ACS products for commercial sale work with us to certify their platforms — a critical step in gaining enterprise client adoption.
Payment Service Providers
PSPs offering 3DS-enabled payment services to merchants need to certify the 3DS components in their hosted environments. We scope and assess PSP 3DS environments efficiently.
Asia-Pacific Organisations
Based in Australia and New Zealand, we serve organisations across the Asia-Pacific region navigating both PCI 3DS requirements and regional regulatory overlays like APRA and RBNZ obligations.
How We Engage
From first contact to final ROC delivery, our process is structured to minimise disruption to your operations and deliver certification efficiently.
Initial Discovery Call
We discuss your environment, component types in scope, timelines, and any known gaps to scope the right engagement for your situation.
Readiness Review
Optional but recommended — a gap analysis against PCI 3DS requirements to identify issues before the formal assessment begins, reducing rework and delay.
Formal Assessment
Documentation review, technical testing, and interviews conducted by Qualified 3DS Assessors against the full PCI 3DS Standard for each in-scope component.
Remediation Support
We support your team in addressing findings before conclusions are finalised — providing technical guidance and reviewing evidence of remediation.
ROC & AOC Delivery
Final Report on Compliance and Attestation of Compliance issued and submitted to the relevant card brands, acquirers, or payment networks.
What Sets Our 3DS Experts Apart
3DS QSA-Qualified, PCI SSC Listed
Our assessors are formally qualified by the PCI SSC and Cianaa is listed as an approved 3DS Assessor company — a non-negotiable requirement for valid ROC issuance.
Technical Depth, Not Just Process
We assess cryptographic controls, protocol implementations, and network architecture at a technical level — not just documentation compliance.
All Three Component Types
Experience assessing ACS, 3DSS, and DS environments means we can handle combined assessments and understand inter-component dependencies.
Remediation-Oriented Approach
We work with your team to fix issues — not just report them. This partnership approach gets clients to certification faster with less friction.
Integrated PCI DSS + 3DS Capability
Holding both QSA and 3DS QSA qualifications, we can run combined assessments that satisfy both PCI DSS and PCI 3DS requirements in a single coordinated engagement.
Local Knowledge, Global Standards
Asia-Pacific based with deep understanding of how global PCI standards interact with APRA, RBNZ, and regional card scheme requirements for local clients.
Talk to a Qualified 3DS Assessor
30 minutes with a 3DS QSA who’ll review your environment, identify the right service path (certification / readiness / risk / remediation), and map out a realistic engagement — no commitment, no sales pitch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Qualified 3DS Assessor (3DS QSA) and why does it matter?
Can you assess all three 3DS component types — ACS, 3DSS, and DS?
How do you approach combined PCI DSS and PCI 3DS assessments?
How long does a PCI 3DS assessment typically take?
Do you offer support between annual assessments?
Are you able to work with organisations outside Australia and New Zealand?
Talk to a PCI 3DS Compliance Expert Today
Whether you’re starting your first 3DS certification or looking for ongoing compliance support, our Qualified 3DS Assessors are ready to help.
Explore our PCI 3DS services
All 3DS services →3DS Certification
Achieve formal PCI 3DS certification for your ACS, 3DSS, or Directory Server environment.
View servicePCI 3DS Risk Management
Build and maintain a defensible risk management programme that satisfies PCI 3DS requirements.
View servicePCI Compliance Assistance
QSA-led, end-to-end PCI DSS compliance assistance — from gap assessment to certified AOC.
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