Few phrases cause as much confusion as "SOC 2 certification". SOC 2 isn't a certificate, and a consultant can't issue one. A licensed CPA firm examines your controls and writes a report. So when you compare the top SOC 2 compliance companies in UAE, you're usually comparing who gets you ready, and the first question to ask is who the auditor will be.
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 If something is out of date, tell us and it will be corrected.
Three roles people mix up
| Role | What they do | Who it usually is |
|---|---|---|
| Readiness consultant | Finds gaps, helps fix them and prepares evidence | Security or compliance firm |
| Compliance platform | Automates evidence collection and monitoring | Software vendor, often used with a consultant |
| SOC 2 auditor | Examines controls and issues the report | A licensed CPA firm |
The list
| Company | Base | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Intello Cyber Technologies | Dubai | Readiness and security work |
| Ascent Emirates | Dubai | Readiness and audit support |
| CyberQuess | Dubai (Al Rega) | SOC 1 and SOC 2 services |
| CyberSigma | Dubai office, India-based | SOC 2 readiness and PCI |
| Glocert International | Dubai (DIP) | Attestation and compliance services |
| HLB HAMT | Dubai (City Tower 2) | SOC 2 Type II audit services |
| KGRN | Business Bay and ADGM | SOC audit and compliance services |
| Securium Solutions | Downtown Dubai | SOC 2 audit support and VAPT |
| TopCertifier | Serves the UAE remotely and on site | SOC 2 consulting |
| Wattlecorp | UAE, India, US | SOC 2 consulting for tech firms |
1. Intello Cyber Technologies
Intello prepares UAE companies for SOC 2 Type 1 and Type 2, with services in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. It's clear about its role: an independent licensed CPA firm audits you and issues the report, and Intello gets you ready and helps you choose that firm.
What Intello does. It works with the AICPA Trust Services Criteria, with Security always included and Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality and Privacy added where relevant. Deliverables include a readiness assessment, a system description draft, a ranked gap list, a full policy set, a control matrix, an evidence plan and a mock audit. If you have or want ISO 27001, the controls can be mapped to it.
How Intello does it.
Readiness call and scoping (free). Agree the system in scope, the criteria to include, and whether to start with Type 1 or go straight to Type 2.
Readiness assessment (weeks 1 to 3). Current controls are tested, and gaps are ranked by audit risk.
Remediation and policies (weeks 3 to 10). Missing controls are built and policies written, working with your engineering and operations teams. A compliance automation platform can speed up evidence collection.
Evidence and mock audit. Evidence is organised the way auditors ask for it, then a mock audit catches gaps early.
Type 1 audit (optional). Useful when a client needs a report quickly.
Type 2 observation and audit (3 to 12 months). Controls run and evidence is collected, with support until the report is issued.
Why Intello.
Controls that actually work. It helps your engineers build controls that pass a Type 2, not just policies on paper.
It also tests. The penetration test that buyers and auditors often expect can come from the same team.
One programme, several frameworks. Controls are mapped to ISO 27001 and the UAE PDPL, so the work is reused.
It speaks the auditor's language, which helps keep the audit short.
Call +971 55 355 6787 to book a readiness call.
Worth a look if: you want readiness and security fixes handled by one team.
2. Ascent Emirates
Ascent Emirates describes itself as a consulting partner for SOC 2 readiness and audit support, in addition to its ISO work.
Worth a look if: you're already working towards ISO standards and want to add SOC 2.
3. CyberQuess
CyberQuess covers SOC 1 and SOC 2 in Dubai, and has published guidance comparing ISO 27001 and SOC 2.
Worth a look if: you're still deciding which framework your buyers need.
4. CyberSigma
CyberSigma is a CERT-In empanelled company and PCI QSA with a representative office in Dubai. Much of its SOC 2 material focuses on India, so ask about UAE delivery.
Worth a look if: you need both PCI DSS and SOC 2.
5. Glocert International
Glocert offers SOC 2 alongside ISO certification and PCI DSS, and publishes a SOC 2 cost calculator. Because it also works on the assessment side, ask how it separates advisory work from any independent assessment.
Worth a look if: you want an early budget estimate and several frameworks.
6. HLB HAMT
An audit and assurance firm, HLB HAMT advertises SOC 2 Type II audit services. Ask which licensed CPA firm signs the report, and whether your US buyers accept it.
Worth a look if: you'd like to work with an audit firm from the start.
7. KGRN
KGRN is an accounting and audit firm, working since 2007, that lists SOC 1 and SOC 2 audit services. It also has a desk in ADGM.
Worth a look if: your finance team already works with an audit firm, and SOC 1 is also relevant.
8. Securium Solutions
Securium lists a Downtown Dubai office and offers SOC 2 support alongside penetration testing and ISO 27001.
Worth a look if: you also need a penetration test for your audit evidence.
9. TopCertifier
TopCertifier is an international consultancy offering SOC 2 consulting across the UAE's main cities. Its UAE site lists an address in Al Hamra Industrial Zone, Ras Al Khaimah, so ask who would work with you and from where.
Worth a look if: you don't need a local office and want a process-led consultant.
10. Wattlecorp
Wattlecorp offers gap analysis through to audit preparation, with specific guidance for DIFC and ADGM firms.
Worth a look if: you're a UAE startup or SaaS company preparing for enterprise sales.
The 10 SOC 2 companies compared
The third column shows whether the company's SOC 2 page explains the CPA firm's role, which is a useful sign of clarity. "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 | Readiness or gap work | Explains CPA role | Pen testing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intello | Security firm | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ascent Emirates | ISO consultancy | Yes | Yes | Not stated |
| CyberQuess | Security firm | Yes | Not stated | Yes |
| CyberSigma | Audit and security | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Glocert International | Certification and assessment | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HLB HAMT | Audit firm | Yes | Not stated | Yes |
| KGRN | Accounting and audit firm | Yes | Not stated | Not stated |
| Securium Solutions | Security firm | Not stated | Not stated | Yes |
| TopCertifier | International consultancy | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wattlecorp | Security firm | Yes | Not stated | Yes |
The question that decides it: will your buyer accept the report?
Picture a Dubai SaaS company that spends months preparing, then shares its Type 2 report with a US prospect. The prospect's security team doesn't recognise the audit firm and asks for more evidence. The report itself may be fine, but the deal still slows down.
That's a scenario, and it's easy to avoid. Before you choose, ask your largest prospects whether they have a view on auditors. Then ask each provider:
Who signs the report? Get the name of the licensed CPA firm.
Are you independent of the auditor? Find out how the relationship works.
Can we see a sample report, with sensitive details removed?
Which Trust Services Criteria do you recommend, and why? Security alone is usually a sensible start.
What will my team have to do? SOC 2 takes real internal effort.
Do you need to start now?
If enterprise sales abroad are planned within 18 months, starting early is much easier than rushing. A Type 2 report needs an observation period, usually 3 to 12 months. See SOC 2 cost and timeline for UAE companies and why SOC 2 matters for UAE tech companies. If you're choosing between frameworks, read ISO 27001 vs SOC 2.
Book a SOC 2 readiness call with Intello or contact us.
Frequently asked questions
Who gives you SOC 2 compliance?
A licensed CPA firm examines your controls and issues the SOC 2 report. Consultants prepare you for it. SOC 2 is a report, not a certificate, even though people often call it certification.
Which are the best SOC 2 companies in the UAE?
It depends on your buyers and your starting point. Compare who signs the report, whether your buyers accept that firm, the people doing the work and how much your team must do.
Can a UAE company get a SOC 2 report?
Yes. SOC 2 isn't limited by country. UAE companies usually work with a consultant for readiness and a licensed CPA firm for the examination.
How long does SOC 2 take in the UAE?
It depends on your starting point. Type 1 looks at one date, while Type 2 needs an observation period of usually 3 to 12 months. Many first-time Type 2 projects take six to twelve months overall.
Should I choose ISO 27001 or SOC 2?
US enterprises usually ask for SOC 2, while Gulf, European and government buyers often ask for ISO 27001. Ask your target buyers. The controls overlap, so many companies eventually do both.
Does Intello issue SOC 2 reports?
No. Intello prepares you through readiness, remediation, evidence and a mock audit, and helps you choose a licensed CPA firm. The CPA firm examines your controls and issues the report.