What is a QSA in PCI DSS?

A.Quick Scan Analyzer, since an annual on-site assessment replaces the quarterly scanning obligation for e-commerce merchants
B.Quality Service Agent on the reasoning that the standard sets the compliance validation cycle at once every eighteen months
C.Qualified Security Assessor-an independent security professional certified by the PCI SSC to assess compliance with PCI DSS
D.Qualified System Administrator, which v4.0 names as the deciding factor in SAQ eligibility ahead of how card data is handled

Why C is correct

A QSA (Qualified Security Assessor) is an individual certified by the PCI SSC to perform PCI DSS assessments. QSAs work for QSA Companies (QSACs) approved by the PCI SSC.

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