- ISR (DESC)

Turn Dubai’s Security Requirements Into a Clear Compliance Strategy.

We align Dubai-based entities with the Dubai Electronic Security Center’s (DESC) Information Security Regulation (ISR), the local standard that shapes technology governance expectations across Dubai government and government-adjacent organizations.

What We Cover

- Industries We Serve

ISR (DESC) Built Around Your Sector

ISR carries direct weight for Dubai government entities and increasingly shapes expectations for the private companies that work alongside them.

We scope your ISR alignment around your actual relationship with the Dubai government and public sector clients.

Finance

We help financial institutions serving Dubai government clients demonstrate ISR-aligned security governance.

Healthcare

We help healthcare providers connected to Dubai Health Authority systems align with ISR expectations.

Legal

We help legal firms working with Dubai government entities demonstrate ISR-aligned controls.

Retail & E-Commerce

We help retail and service businesses supplying Dubai government entities meet ISR expectations.

- Why AWJ Tech

What Our ISR Alignment Service Delivers

ISR alignment from AWJ Tech positions your business credibly with Dubai’s public sector.

01

Full Control Gap Assessment

We assess your current posture against applicable ISR control requirements.

02

Risk Methodology Alignment

We align your risk assessment approach with ISR methodology expectations.

03

Technical Control Guidance

We provide clear guidance on implementing the technical controls ISR requires.

04

Incident Reporting Alignment

We help establish incident reporting processes that meet ISR timelines and format expectations.

05

Governance Documentation

We develop the policies and procedures ISR expects organizations to maintain.

06

Sector-Specific Interpretation

We interpret ISR requirements in the context of your specific relationship with the Dubai government.

07

Cross-Framework Efficiency

ISR work is structured to complement ISO 27001 and IAS controls you may already hold.

08

Ongoing Maintenance Support

We support your program between formal reviews, not just during them.

09

Stronger Public Sector Positioning

ISR alignment strengthens your credibility when working with Dubai government entities.

Working With the Government of Dubai Without
ISR Alignment Is Your Contract At Risk.

AWJ Tech Builds the Alignment Before It Becomes a Contract Problem

Security expectations tied to Dubai government relationships tend to surface late, often during a contract renewal or audit request nobody prepared for. AWJ Tech builds ISR alignment before that moment arrives.

- Why Do Businesses Trust AWJ Tech?

The Credentials Behind Every Promise We Make

- Our ISR Alignment Process

From Gap Assessment to Demonstrable Compliance

Six stages take your business from unclear ISR exposure to a defensible position.

Stage 1

Applicability Assessment

We determine exactly which ISR requirements apply based on your relationship with Dubai government entities.

Week 0

Stage 2

Gap Assessment

We assess your current posture against applicable ISR requirements.

Days 1–2

Stage 3

Documentation Development

We help develop the policies and evidence your gap assessment identified as missing.

Days 3–7

Stage 4

Control Implementation

We support implementation of technical and governance controls.

Day 8

Stage 5

Internal Readiness Review

We conduct a readiness review before any formal compliance engagement.

Days 9–10

Stage 6

Ongoing Maintenance

We support your program’s upkeep as ISR guidance continues to evolve.

Within 90 days

- Client Reviews

What Clients Say About
ISR Alignment Service

"An effective business partner! Throughout our rapid business growth, we were ensured world-class security services despite budget and schedule constraints. Anticipated issues well in advance and provided timely recommendations...."

"Proactive and well liked by our staff due to their 'can do' attitude. When faced with problems, proactively suggested solutions. Took actions and decisions as appropriate to the business."

"I have had the privilege of working with Sadiq. He possesses expert security skills, broad and deep industry knowledge and in-depth understanding of regulatory requirements within the finance industry…”

"A rare breed of folks who are able to hold both deep technical and cyber conversations whilst combining and communicating the business context that helps bridge the gap for all involved."

- Common questions

What Clients Ask About
ISR (DESC)

Does ISR apply to us if we're a private company?

It applies most directly to Dubai government entities, but often extends contractually to private vendors serving them.

How is ISR different from IAS?

ISR is specific to Dubai and administered by DESC; IAS is the broader UAE federal standard. Requirements can overlap but aren't identical.

Do you conduct the formal compliance review?

We prepare your organization for review; formal assessment is typically conducted by DESC or an approved party.

How long does ISR alignment typically take?

Timelines vary by starting maturity, typically ranging from two to four months.

Can our existing ISO 27001 certification help?

Yes. Significant control overlap exists, which can streamline ISR alignment work.

Does this affect our ability to renew Dubai government contracts?

Yes. ISR alignment is often a prime factor in contract renewal and vendor requalification with government entities.

- Get In Touch

Let's Talk About Your ISR Alignment

If ISR compliance has come up through a Dubai government relationship, our engineers are ready to help you prepare. Send us a message and find out what your current documentation actually covers.

connect@awjtech.com

Phone

+971 55 232 9098

Head office

Office 55, Al Khaimah Building Port Saeed, Dubai, UAE

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Business-Government Relationships in Dubai Deserve Real Experience, Not Guesswork

Most consultants have never actually sat across from a DESC reviewer.

Partner with AWJ Tech and work with experienced consultants who’ve navigated these relationships before.