We are seeking a professional Card Personalization Validation (CPV) Consultant with extensive expertise in card personalization certification process, performing tests using CPV test tools and a good understanding on the payment scheme standards. The ideal candidate should possess hands-on experience in CPV testing, consulting, and certification, with added value from working with banks, processors, card issuers, or card personalization bureaus.
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CPV Certification and Compliance:
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Lead CPV/ PVT certification processes, ensuring card personalization complies with Visa, Mastercard, and other scheme standards.
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Validate card data using tools such as Barnes, Datacard, or similar, ensuring compliance with personalization profiles, cryptographic key management, and chip data structure
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Consulting and Advisory:
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Lead CPV/ PVT certification processes, ensuring card personalization complies with Visa, Mastercard, and other scheme standards.
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Testing and Validation:
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Conduct comprehensive card personalization testing, troubleshooting data issues, and collaborate closely with issuers and technical teams to resolve them.
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Evaluate both the contact and contactless components of cards to ensure precise personalization in accordance with certification requirements
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5+ years of experience in CPV/ PVT certification with tools such as Barnes, Datacard, or similar.
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Proven experience working with payment networks, issuers, or personalization bureaus is a strong advantages
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Deep knowledge of Discover, Visa, Mastercard, and AMEX personalization standards
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Strong understanding of card personalization profiles, cryptography, and compliance with CPV/ PVT standards.
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Hands-on experience in managing cryptographic key management and secure element provisioning.
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Proven ability to consult and advise stakeholders, translating technical CPV/ PVT requirements into business solutions.
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Excellent communication skills for effectively engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
