Search for ISO 27001 in the UAE, and you'll get lists that mix consultants with certification bodies as if they did the same job. They don't. A consultant helps you build your information security management system. A certification body independently audits it. So this list of the top ISO 27001 consultants in UAE sticks to the first group.
How to read this list. Intello publishes this article and competes with the companies named in it, so Intello appears first. The rest are in alphabetical order, and the order is not a ranking. Details come from each company's own website, checked in November 2026, so please confirm them directly before you decide. No company paid to appear here. If something is out of date, tell us and it will be corrected.
Two kinds of consultant
| General ISO consultancy | Cybersecurity firm | |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | Experience with many ISO standards and with audits | Technical controls, testing and security operations |
| Often best for | Lower-risk firms, or those also doing ISO 9001 or 14001 | Tech, finance and firms with complex systems |
| Watch for | Thin technical advice, and template-heavy delivery | Less experience with management system paperwork |
The list
| Company | Base | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Intello Cyber Technologies | Dubai | ISO 27001 with testing and security |
| Ascent Emirates | Dubai (Boulevard Plaza) | ISO consultancy |
| CyberQuess | Dubai (Al Rega) | Security and compliance |
| DTS Solution | Dubai and Abu Dhabi | Security consulting |
| Emarati Consultancy | Dubai | ISO consultancy |
| HLB HAMT | Dubai (City Tower 2) | Audit firm with IT consulting |
| Qdot Consultancy | Dubai (Deira) | ISO consultancy across all Emirates |
| RMC Consultancy | Dubai (Meydan) | ISO consultancy with published pricing |
| Wattlecorp | UAE, India, US | Security firm with ISO consulting |
| Wizms | Dubai (Al Karama) | ISO consultancy |
1. Intello Cyber Technologies
Intello is a cybersecurity firm that prepares UAE companies for ISO 27001 certification, with teams serving Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. It's a consultant and doesn't issue certificates. An accredited certification body does that, and Intello helps you choose one.
What Intello does. It works to the current ISO/IEC 27001:2022 version, across all clauses and the 93 Annex A controls. Most small and mid-sized companies take 3 to 6 months. There are three ways to work with it:
Gap assessment, 1 to 2 weeks, to learn how far you are from certification.
Full implementation, 3 to 6 months, for getting certified end to end.
Ongoing ISMS support, yearly, for internal audits and surveillance audits.
How Intello does it.
Gap call and scoping (free). Agree the ISMS scope, your deadline and what's driving the certificate.
Gap assessment (weeks 1 to 2). Your practice is measured against every clause and control, with a prioritised plan.
Risk assessment and ISMS design (weeks 2 to 5). The risk register, treatment plan, Statement of Applicability and policies are written with your team.
Implementation (weeks 4 to 14). Controls go into practice and evidence is collected, including penetration testing where needed.
Internal audit and management review. Lead auditors carry out a full internal audit 2 to 3 weeks before certification.
Certification audit support. The team supports you through Stage 1 and Stage 2 until the certificate is issued.
Why Intello.
Lead auditor experience. Its consultants know what certification auditors look for, so there are fewer surprises at Stage 2.
Security and compliance in one team. It can test and fix technical controls, not only write policies.
Built to be reused. Your ISMS is designed to support the UAE PDPL, UAE IA and SOC 2.
Fixed fee, with a written scope agreed before work starts.
Call +971 55 355 6787 to book a free gap call.
Worth a look if: your clients ask technical security questions as well as asking for the certificate.
2. Ascent Emirates
Ascent Emirates is an ISO consultancy with an operations office at Boulevard Plaza and a registered office in Fujairah. ISO 27001 features heavily on its site, including sector guidance such as ISO 27001 for banks.
Worth a look if: you want sector-focused ISO guidance.
3. CyberQuess
CyberQuess offers ISO 27001 consulting next to VAPT, SOC 2, NESA, PDPL and virtual CISO services.
Worth a look if: you expect several compliance needs over the next few years.
4. DTS Solution
DTS Solution provides ISO/IEC 27001 consulting within a wider security practice that also includes testing and operations.
Worth a look if: you're a larger organisation with complex infrastructure.
5. Emarati Consultancy
Emarati Consultancy covers ISO 27001 among more than a dozen standards, with services across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah.
Worth a look if: you need more than one ISO standard at the same time.
6. HLB HAMT
An audit and assurance firm, HLB HAMT offers ISO 27001 consulting alongside its IT audit services.
Worth a look if: your finance and audit teams are closely involved.
7. Qdot Consultancy
Qdot, established in 2016, offers ISO implementation, internal audits and certification readiness across all seven Emirates. It also runs ISO 27001 awareness and internal auditor training.
Worth a look if: you want your own staff trained as part of the project.
8. RMC Consultancy
RMC Consultancy is based at Meydan Grandstand, says it covers more than 35 standards and advertises transparent AED pricing.
Worth a look if: you want price clarity early in the process.
9. Wattlecorp
Wattlecorp offers ISO 27001 consultation and audit services, and also carries out penetration testing and SOC 2 work.
Worth a look if: you're a tech company that may also need SOC 2.
10. Wizms
Wizms is an ISO consultancy in Al Karama covering Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, with ISO 27001 among several management standards.
Worth a look if: you're an SME looking for a straightforward ISO project.
The 10 consultants compared
Firm type often tells you more than the headline claims, so it's shown first. "Not stated" means it wasn't on the pages reviewed in November 2026, not that the company doesn't offer it. Ask each company directly.
| Company | Type | Gap assessment | Internal audit | Training | Pen testing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intello | Security firm | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ascent Emirates | ISO consultancy | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not stated |
| CyberQuess | Security firm | Yes | Not stated | Not stated | Yes |
| DTS Solution | Security firm | Not stated | Not stated | Yes | Yes |
| Emarati Consultancy | ISO consultancy | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not stated |
| HLB HAMT | Audit firm | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Qdot Consultancy | ISO consultancy | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not stated |
| RMC Consultancy | ISO consultancy | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not stated |
| Wattlecorp | Security firm | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wizms | ISO consultancy | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not stated |
What to check before you sign
Who is the actual consultant? Ask about their experience with ISO 27001:2022 specifically.
How much is tailored? Ask how they'd adapt documents to your business. A template pack can pass an audit and still leave nobody following it.
Is the certification body independent? Check its accreditation with EIAC or another IAF member, and check that it's accredited for ISO 27001.
Are audit fees included? Consultant and certification body fees are usually separate, and surveillance audits follow in later years.
What happens after the audit? Ask who supports you through surveillance audits.
Can they do the technical work? Risk treatment may need testing and security changes. Check who handles them.
Be careful with anyone guaranteeing certification, or promising it within a couple of weeks. The system has to run and produce records before an audit means anything.
How long and how much?
Timelines and fees depend on your size, scope and starting point. Our guide to ISO 27001 certification cost in the UAE breaks that down, and why ISO 27001 certification matters can help you decide whether it's worth doing now. If you're unsure between standards, read ISO 27001 vs SOC 2.
Talk to Intello about ISO 27001 or contact us.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between an ISO 27001 consultant and a certification body?
A consultant helps you build and prepare your system. A certification body independently audits it and issues the certificate. The two roles should be kept separate.
Who are the best ISO 27001 consultants in the UAE?
It depends on your needs. General ISO consultancies suit simpler projects, while cybersecurity firms suit complex or technical environments. Compare the named consultant, the level of tailoring and their ISO 27001:2022 experience.
Can a consultant guarantee ISO 27001 certification?
No. Only an accredited certification body can certify you, based on its audit. Be careful with any guarantee, or with promises of certification in a couple of weeks.
Do I need a consultant for ISO 27001?
Not always. A company with experienced staff can do it alone, but a consultant usually saves time and avoids failed audits, especially for a first certification.
How do I check a certification body in the UAE?
Check its accreditation with EIAC or another IAF member, and confirm that the accreditation covers ISO 27001.
How long does ISO 27001 take with Intello?
Most small and mid-sized companies take 3 to 6 months, from a free gap call through implementation and internal audit to the certification audit. An accredited certification body issues the certificate.