Intersec Software Security Framework (SSF) provides compliance and auditing services for the PCI Software Security Framework, which replaced the PA-DSS (Payment Application Data Security Standard). The service assesses and audits software that facilitates payment authorization, fraud monitoring, and cardholder authentication functionality. The service is delivered by PA-QSAs (Payment Application Qualified Security Assessors) certified by the PCI Security Standards Council. The assessment methodology combines automated tools with manual review processes to conduct application and source code security reviews. Services include annual compliance audits, readiness assessments, and remediation support for organizations required to comply with PCI SSF standards. The offering covers both mandatory compliance requirements and voluntary application security reviews. The service includes incident response capabilities to address security issues identified during assessments. Intersec provides both identification of security risks and remediation solutions as part of their consulting engagement. The framework helps organizations protect customer payment data and avoid regulatory fines or operational shutdowns related to non-compliance with PCI security standards.