What IES Consulting does

IES Consulting (legally International Electronic Security) is a SIRA-registered professional services firm headquartered in Dubai, UAE, operating since 2006 in security and ICT consulting. The firm delivers two integrated service lines: Security Consultancy (Security Threat & Risk Assessment, Security Systems Design across concept/schematic/detailed phases, Project Management & Site Supervision, Gap Analysis against SIRA and ISO 27001, Security Strategy Reports, and Security Plans Certification under SIRA) and ICT Consultancy (Data Centre Design aligned to Uptime Institute Tiers, ANSI/TIA-942 and ISO/IEC 22237, Audio-Visual systems, Structured Cabling per ANSI/TIA-568 and ISO/IEC 11801, Wireless Networks, ISP/Telecom integration with Etisalat, du and TDRA, and LAN/WAN Design). A separate Acoustics consultancy service extends the menu.

Its underlying technology stack is process- and methodology-driven rather than software-driven: the firm's primary platform is its SIRA-registered credential set, regulatory workflow for SPC approvals (over 2,000 secured), and standards-driven design templates. The firm operates with a small in-house technical and design engineering bench of approximately 14-23 specialists, supplemented by a 60+ partner ecosystem spanning developers, engineering consultancies (AECOM, Parsons), and technology/integration providers (Johnson Controls, Al Rostamani Communications, Intervid).

IES monetises through professional services fees on a quote-based, project-by-project pricing model. It pursues an enterprise field sales motion targeting major UAE developers (Emaar, Nakheel/Dubai Holding, Meraas/Dubai Holding, Omniyat), high-profile government installations (Dubai Police), and large commercial enterprises (Amazon UAE). Marquee references include Museum of the Future, Emaar Beachfront (27 buildings, 10,000 residential units), Nakheel's The Pointe on Palm Jumeirah, Meraas's Port de La Mer, Omniyat's Dubai Maritime City, Dubai Police HQ, and Amazon UAE warehouses with 5,000+ cameras designed. Distribution is single-country (UAE) with select international engagements, no public pricing, no app or API product, and no disclosed funding or M&A activity. The company is privately held, founder/independently owned, and operating with no parent or institutional investor structure.

Name

IES Consulting

Legal name

International Electronic Security

Website

https://iesconsulting.ae

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

IES Consulting is a SIRA-registered Dubai-based professional services firm delivering security and ICT consulting - including threat assessments, security systems design, SPC certifications, data centre design, and structured cabling - to major UAE developers, government entities, and large enterprises since 2006.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Security & ICT Consulting

NAICS

Management Consulting Services (54161), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Engineering Services (54133), Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700), Services-Engineering Services (8711), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Enterprise Security Strategy & Program Advisory (BPAKADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Security Consulting, Risk Assessment & Security Program Design (BPABAMAE), Telecommunications & Network Engineering Consulting (BPAHAIAH)

Keywords

• Security consulting services
• ICT consulting services
• Security systems design
• Data centre design
• SIRA compliance certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Security Consulting Services: Consulting fees for security threat and risk assessments, security system design, strategy reports, gap analyses, and SIRA compliance certification services. Includes post-contract services and site supervision.
2. ICT Consulting Services: Consulting fees for data centre design, structured cabling, network infrastructure, wireless systems, audio-visual integration, and telecom provider coordination.
3. SPC Certification Services: Security Plans Certification application management and approval facilitation for SIRA compliance across diverse client portfolio including hotels, commercial towers, infrastructure facilities, retail complexes, and residential buildings.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

IES Consulting provides professional security and ICT consulting services to enterprise and government clients in the UAE and internationally. Its Security Consultancy covers threat and risk assessments, security systems design, project management and site supervision, gap analysis, strategy reports, and SIRA-aligned Security Plans Certification. Its ICT Consultancy covers data centre design, audio-visual systems, structured cabling, wireless networks, ISP/telecom coordination, and LAN/WAN design, with delivery from concept through site supervision by an in-house technical and design engineering team.

Product overview

IES Consulting (International Electronic Security) is a SIRA-registered security and ICT consultancy firm operating since 2006. It is not a software product company but rather a professional services firm offering two primary consulting service lines: Security Consultancy and ICT Consultancy. Security Consultancy encompasses threat & risk assessment (STRA), security systems design, project management & site supervision, gap analysis, security strategy reports, and Security Plans Certification (SPC) managed through SIRA. ICT Consultancy covers data centre design, audio-visual systems, structured cabling, wireless networks, ISP/telecom integration, and LAN/WAN design. The two service lines are distinct but complementary, with security designs frequently integrated into the same projects as ICT infrastructure. The company also maintains a separate Acoustics consultancy service. All services are delivered by in-house technical and design engineering teams across projects in the UAE and internationally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Security Consultancy Comprehensive security consulting services for enterprise and government clients, spanning initial threat assessment through to site supervision and handover. Includes Security Threat & Risk Assessment (STRA), Security Systems Design, Project Management & Site Supervision, Gap Analysis, Security Strategy Reports, and Security Plans Certification (SPC) under SIRA regulations.
• ICT Consultancy Information and Communications Technology consulting for enterprise and government clients covering the full infrastructure lifecycle. Includes Data Centre Design, Audio-Visual (AV) Systems Design & Coordination, Structured Cabling System (SCS), Wireless Network Systems (WiFi), ISP/Telecom Service Provider Integration, and Network (LAN & WAN) Design.
• Security Threat & Risk Assessment (STRA) Comprehensive threat profiling and vulnerability assessment identifying security risks across physical, operational, and technological aspects for enterprise and government clients, with actionable recommendations aligned with SIRA regulations.
• Security Systems Design End-to-end integrated security system design delivered through Concept Design, Schematic Design, and Detailed Design phases for enterprise and government clients, ensuring compliance with SIRA standards and future-proof scalability.
• Project Management & Site Supervision Expert site supervision and project management for security system installations on enterprise and government projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements throughout the implementation phase.
• Gap Analysis Security gap assessment evaluating technical condition, integration, operational effectiveness, and compliance of existing security infrastructure against SIRA regulations and international standards such as ISO 27001 for enterprise and government clients.
• Security Strategy Reports Strategic security frameworks translating STRA findings into layered solutions combining environmental design (CPTED), physical security, technology, and operational procedures for long-term protection of enterprise and government assets.
• Security Plans Certification (SPC) Full management of SIRA-compliant Security Plans Certification for enterprise and government clients, handling documentation, drawing preparation, submission, approval, and certificate delivery. Over 2,000 SPC approvals secured to date.
• Data Centre Design Specialized data centre design delivering high-availability, resilient infrastructure covering layout, power, cooling, security, and redundancy for enterprise and government clients. Designs align with Uptime Institute Tier Standards, ANSI/TIA-942, and ISO/IEC 22237.
• Audio-Visual (AV) Systems Design & Coordination AV system design and coordination for commercial, hospitality, corporate, and mixed-use developments, covering displays, speakers, control systems, and integration with ELV and ICT infrastructure for enterprise and government clients.
• Structured Cabling System (SCS) End-to-end structured cabling design forming the physical backbone of ICT infrastructure for enterprise and government clients, supporting data, voice, video, and building management systems in compliance with ANSI/TIA-568 and ISO/IEC 11801 standards.
• Wireless Network Systems (WiFi) Expert wireless network planning and design using predictive RF modelling and site surveys to deliver seamless high-performance WiFi coverage across commercial, residential, and mixed-use environments for enterprise and government clients.
• ISP / Telecom Service Provider Integration End-to-end coordination with ISPs and telecom operators (including Etisalat, du, and TDRA) for authority approvals, infrastructure readiness, and smooth project handover on enterprise and government ICT projects.
• Network (LAN & WAN) Design Comprehensive LAN and WAN network design and coordination for enterprise and government clients, ensuring robust, scalable, standards-compliant infrastructure aligned with ISO/IEC 11801 and TIA/EIA standards.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 10,000 successful projects delivered since 2006
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Johnson ControlscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSecurity designs and SPC approvals collaboration for commercial projects. Johnson Controls engages IES for specialized security consulting services on complex installations requiring SIRA compliance.
• Meraas (Dubai Holding)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelopment partner for multiple projects including Museum of the Future and Port de La Mer. IES provides comprehensive security and ICT design services for Meraas developments.
• AECOMminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEngineering consultancy collaboration for Port de La Mer beachfront project. Coordination on integrated project delivery.
• ParsonsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEngineering consultancy collaboration for The Pointe development on Palm Jumeirah.
• OmniyatcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelopment partner for Dubai Maritime City 69-floor mixed-use development. IES provides security and ICT systems design services.
• Amazon UAEcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnterprise client for security systems design and site supervision for Amazon warehouses and data centres in Dubai region.
• Vostok TradingminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSPC approval and security design services for commercial operations.
• MAB International ServicesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSecurity designs and SPC approvals for international services operations.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Mott MacDonald: Global engineering consultancy with active Middle East infrastructure practice. Comparable in delivering multi-disciplinary design consulting for major built environment projects that include security and ICT infrastructure scopes.
• Black & Veatch: Global engineering, procurement and construction firm with significant data centre and critical infrastructure practice. Comparable to IES in delivering data centre design to Tier-rated standards and integrated security/ICT infrastructure for major facilities.
• Bureau Veritas: Global testing, inspection and certification (TIC) firm with building and infrastructure compliance services. Comparable in offering regulated compliance, gap analysis and certification services for built environment clients, similar to IES's SIRA SPC certification practice.
• Arup: Multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with security and ICT advisory for iconic built environment projects (museums, mixed-use towers). Comparable in delivering design consulting for landmark developments similar to IES's Museum of the Future and Emaar Beachfront engagements.
• Parsons Corporation: Engineering consultancy with significant UAE/Middle East presence and existing IES partner (The Pointe development). Comparable in delivering integrated infrastructure design for large real estate and government projects, with overlapping security and ICT scopes.
• AECOM: Global engineering consultancy and existing IES project partner (Port de La Mer). Offers full-scope design and project management for major developments that include security and ICT scopes where IES typically serves as specialist subconsultant.
• WSP Global: Global engineering consultancy with property & buildings security and ICT design practices. Comparable to IES in offering integrated security and ICT infrastructure design for major developments, but WSP serves a much broader portfolio of disciplines across multiple geographies.

Direct peers

• Hill International: Project management and construction consultancy with deep Middle East presence overseeing large development programs. Comparable to IES in providing specialized consulting services for major UAE real estate and infrastructure projects where IES handles the security/ICT design scope.
• Jensen Hughes: Global security, fire protection and risk engineering consultancy. Directly comparable to IES in delivering threat & risk assessments, security system design and code-compliance consulting for built environment clients, though Jensen Hughes operates at significantly larger scale internationally.

Regional players

• Salama Engineering & Security Systems: UAE-headquartered integrated security systems provider offering design, installation and maintenance. Comparable to IES as a UAE-focused security specialist, though Salama leans more toward systems integration/installation rather than pure-play SIRA-registered design consultancy.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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