Cybersecurity Services in UAE
VAPT, ISO 27001, PDPL & ADGM Compliance Across Dubai, Abu Dhabi & the UAE
eShield is a UAE-based cybersecurity firm delivering VAPT, ISO 27001 certification, UAE PDPL compliance, PCI DSS, Managed SOC, and vCISO services to businesses across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and the broader UAE.
Get a Free UAE Security AssessmentUAE Cybersecurity Regulatory Landscape
The UAE has one of the most developed cybersecurity regulatory environments in the region. Businesses operating in UAE must navigate a layered framework of federal, emirate-level, and free zone regulations:
UAE PDPL — Federal Law No. 45/2021
The UAE's Personal Data Protection Law applies to all private sector organisations processing personal data in the UAE mainland. Requires data protection policies, consent management, and breach notification.
NESA IA Standards
National Electronic Security Authority Information Assurance standards apply to UAE government entities and critical infrastructure operators — Tier 1, 2, and 3 controls.
DIFC Data Protection Law
DIFC Law No. 5 of 2020 — applies to all DIFC-registered businesses. GDPR-inspired framework with DPA registration, breach notification, and data transfer requirements.
ADGM Data Protection Regulations
Abu Dhabi Global Market's data protection framework — applies to ADGM-registered entities. Aligns closely with GDPR. Requires DPO for high-risk processing.
CBUAE Cybersecurity Guidance
Central Bank of UAE cybersecurity requirements for licensed financial institutions — risk governance, SOC, vulnerability management, incident response, and third-party risk.
UAE Cybersecurity Law (2021)
Federal Decree-Law No. 34/2021 on Combating Rumours and Cybercrimes establishes cybercrime offences and obligations to report incidents to the UAE Cybersecurity Council.
Our UAE Cybersecurity Services
Penetration Testing UAE
Web, mobile, network, and API pen testing across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. CREST-aligned methodology, CVSS-rated reports.
ISO 27001 Certification UAE
End-to-end ISO 27001:2022 implementation — gap assessment, ISMS documentation, risk treatment, and certification audit readiness.
UAE PDPL Compliance
PDPL gap assessment, data mapping, consent architecture, privacy notices, and breach notification procedures for mainland UAE businesses.
DIFC Compliance
DIFC Data Protection Law compliance for DIFC-registered entities — DPA registration, DPIA, data transfer mechanisms, and breach notification.
PCI DSS Compliance UAE
PCI DSS v4.0 gap assessment, remediation, and audit readiness for UAE-based payment processors, fintechs, and merchants.
Virtual CISO UAE
Fractional CISO services for UAE SMEs and mid-market businesses — from AED 3,500/month. Strategy, governance, PDPL/DIFC compliance management.
Managed SOC UAE
24/7 security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response — delivering CBUAE and NESA-aligned SOC capabilities without in-house investment.
NESA IA Compliance
NESA Information Assurance standards compliance for government suppliers and critical infrastructure operators in Abu Dhabi and UAE.
ADGM Compliance
ADGM Data Protection Regulations compliance for Abu Dhabi Global Market-registered entities — DPO support, data mapping, and regulatory guidance.
Secure Your UAE Business
Contact eShield for a free cybersecurity assessment. Our UAE-based team understands local regulatory requirements and delivers compliance-ready outcomes across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the UAE.
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