Almost anyone can run a vulnerability scanner and put a logo on the output. What you're paying a good tester for is judgement: chaining small weaknesses together, the way an attacker would. So while this list of the top VAPT companies in UAE is useful for finding names, the section on how to judge them may save you more money.
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 If something is out of date, tell us and it will be corrected.
VAPT in one paragraph
A vulnerability assessment finds known weaknesses, largely with tools. A penetration test goes further, as a skilled person tries to exploit them and shows what an attacker could actually reach. VAPT combines the two. Read why VAPT is important if you're still making the case internally, and what drives VAPT cost if you're budgeting.
The list
| Company | Base | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Intello Cyber Technologies | Dubai | Manual testing tied to compliance |
| Bluechip Gulf | Dubai | IT support with VAPT |
| CYB3R | Dubai Marina | CREST and ISO accredited testing |
| DTS Solution | Dubai and Abu Dhabi | CREST, Dubai Cyber Force |
| Finesse | Dubai and Abu Dhabi | VAPT, red teaming, SOC |
| HLB HAMT | Dubai (City Tower 2) | Audit firm with IT assurance |
| ITSEC | Dubai and UAE | CREST-certified, threat-led testing |
| pentest.ae | UAE (Dubai focus) | Penetration testing specialist |
| SecurityHQ | Global, with a Dubai office | Testing alongside security operations |
| Wattlecorp | UAE, India, US | VAPT for tech and regulated firms |
1. Intello Cyber Technologies
Intello is a Dubai-based cybersecurity company that provides penetration testing and VAPT across the UAE, with dedicated services for Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. It reports more than 500 clients.
What Intello does. It tests web apps and APIs, external and internal networks, and cloud on AWS, Azure and Google Cloud. It also tests people through phishing, and physical security. Manual testing sits on top of automated scanning and follows OWASP and other recognised methods. You can choose from three levels:
Vulnerability assessment, usually 3 to 5 days, for a fast, broad health check.
Penetration test, usually 1 to 3 weeks, for client, audit and regulator evidence.
Ongoing testing programme, quarterly or yearly, for frequent releases and yearly obligations.
How Intello does it.
Scoping call. Free. The team agrees what's in scope, why you're testing, the testing window, what must not be touched and who to call if something critical turns up.
Rules of engagement. A signed authorisation, test plan, IP ranges and test accounts. Live systems are tested in agreed windows.
Discovery and scanning. The attack surface is mapped, and manual checks remove false positives.
Manual exploitation. Testers try to exploit real weaknesses and chain them together. Critical findings are flagged straight away and not held back for the report.
Report and walkthrough. A summary for management and a technical report for your team, followed by a call to go through every finding.
Retest. After your fixes, the team retests and issues a report showing what's closed.
Why Intello.
Manual testing, not just a scan. Findings are checked by hand, so your team doesn't chase false positives.
Reports that work for audits. Findings are risk-rated with CVSS and business impact, and mapped to ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS or VARA where relevant.
Help with fixing. You get a prioritised fix plan, remediation support and a retest.
Local and on site, including for internal network tests.
Call +971 55 355 6787 for a fixed quote.
Worth a look if: your test is part of a wider audit or compliance goal.
2. Bluechip Gulf
Bluechip Computer Systems is primarily an IT support and solutions company on Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road. It also offers VAPT services and SOC monitoring.
Worth a look if: you already need an IT partner, and want testing from the same supplier.
3. CYB3R
Testing is central to CYB3R, which describes its testers as CREST accredited and works with SMEs and enterprises from Marina Plaza.
Worth a look if: your client or regulator specifically wants accredited testing.
4. DTS Solution
DTS Solution announced CREST membership and Dubai Cyber Force accreditation in 2024. It also offers wider consulting and security operations.
Worth a look if: you work with government or critical infrastructure.
5. Finesse
Finesse markets its testing as CREST and DESC accredited, and offers red teaming and managed SOC services alongside it.
Worth a look if: you want testing and monitoring to feed into each other.
6. HLB HAMT
HLB HAMT is known first as an audit firm, and its VAPT service sits within a wider IT audit and assurance practice.
Worth a look if: your testing sits close to financial or IT audit work.
7. ITSEC
ITSEC describes its testing as CREST-certified, covering networks, web, mobile, APIs and cloud. It also offers threat-led penetration testing for Dubai virtual asset firms.
Worth a look if: you're a VARA-regulated firm or need threat-led testing.
8. pentest.ae
pentest.ae does one thing, and it's open about its status: testers hold OSCP, and its site says CREST company accreditation is in progress, targeted for Q4 2026. It also requires signed written authorisation before testing.
Worth a look if: you prefer a focused specialist, and CREST company status isn't a hard requirement yet.
9. SecurityHQ
SecurityHQ is mainly a security operations company, with penetration testing as part of its global services and Middle East offices at Dubai Digital Park.
Worth a look if: you want testing connected to a monitoring service across several countries.
10. Wattlecorp
Penetration testing is a large part of Wattlecorp's UAE service line, which also covers social engineering and secure code review.
Worth a look if: you're a SaaS or fintech firm that wants testing alongside compliance support.
The 10 VAPT companies compared
These are the details buyers ask about most. CREST entries reflect what each company says about itself, so verify them with CREST. Intello has answered directly for its own row. "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 | CREST | Retest | Red teaming | API testing | Cloud testing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intello | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bluechip Gulf | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Yes |
| CYB3R | Yes (company says) | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Yes |
| DTS Solution | Yes (2024 notice) | Not stated | Yes | Not stated | Yes |
| Finesse | Yes (company says) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HLB HAMT | Not stated | Yes | Not stated | Yes | Yes |
| ITSEC | Yes (company says) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| pentest.ae | In progress | Not stated | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SecurityHQ | Not stated | Not stated | Yes | Not stated | Yes |
| Wattlecorp | Not stated | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
How to judge a VAPT company
| Question | A good answer | A warning sign |
|---|---|---|
| Who tests, and how? | Named testers, with manual testing and stated qualifications | "Our automated platform covers everything" |
| What does the report contain? | Business impact, proof and fixes for each issue | A raw scanner export |
| Is a retest included? | Yes, with the timing stated | Extra, or not mentioned |
| What authorisation do you need? | Signed scope and permission from the system owner | No paperwork needed |
| What about accreditation? | Clear about company and individual status | Vague claims with no detail |
That authorisation point matters legally. The UAE cybercrime law treats unauthorised access as hacking, so written permission protects both of you. Read more in the UAE cybercrime law for businesses.
A note on CREST
CREST is an international accreditation body for testing companies and individuals. A CREST-accredited company has had its processes assessed, while an individual certification shows one tester's skill. In Dubai, the Dubai Cyber Force programme from DESC and CREST is also relevant to government work. So ask which applies, and check it yourself. Not every good tester works at an accredited company, so treat it as a strong signal and not the only one.
Need a local shortlist? See the top VAPT companies in Dubai.
Talk to Intello's testing team or contact us to scope a test.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best VAPT company in the UAE?
There's no single best. It depends on what you need tested, who needs the report and whether accreditation is required. Compare named testers, sample reports, retests and relevant experience.
What is the difference between VAPT and a penetration test?
A vulnerability assessment finds known weaknesses, mostly with tools. A penetration test has a skilled person exploit them to show the real impact. VAPT combines both.
Do I need a CREST-accredited company?
Only if a client, regulator or tender requires it. It's a strong signal of process and skill, but ask whether it applies to the company, the testers or both, and verify it.
Is penetration testing legal in the UAE?
Yes, with proper authorisation. The UAE cybercrime law treats unauthorised access as hacking, so testing needs written permission from the system owner and an agreed scope.
How often should a company do VAPT?
Most organisations test at least once a year and after major changes. Regulators and standards may set their own requirements. VARA, for example, expects independent testing at least annually and before new products launch.
How does Intello run a penetration test?
It follows six steps: a free scoping call, signed rules of engagement, discovery and scanning, manual exploitation, a report with a walkthrough call, and a retest after your fixes. Critical findings are flagged during testing.