VARA Technology & Information Rulebook Compliance
Your VARA License Depends on Cybersecurity
ITSEC delivers Red Team Testing (TLPT), Key Governance, and Compliance-Ready Security Architecture for VARA-licensed platforms
What is VARA Compliance?
Technology & Information Rulebook — Effective 19 May 2025
Under VARA's Technology & Information Rulebook (effective 19 May 2025), all Virtual Asset Service Providers operating in Dubai must implement comprehensive cybersecurity controls to maintain their license.
These are not optional guidelines—they're mandatory licensing requirements that VARA actively inspects. Non-compliance can result in license suspension or revocation.
Independent Testing
Annual Red Team Simulations (Threat-Led Penetration Testing – TLPT) conducted by certified independent firms
Independent Testing
Annual Red Team Simulations (Threat-Led Penetration Testing – TLPT) conducted by certified independent firms
Independent Testing
Annual Red Team Simulations (Threat-Led Penetration Testing – TLPT) conducted by certified independent firms
ITSEC ensures your platform meets every requirement
Our compliance framework is specifically engineered for VARA inspections, with audit-ready documentation and continuous monitoring to maintain adherence.
Industry Certifications & Accreditations
ISO 27001 Certified
Information Security Management
CREST Approved
Penetration Testing Excellence
OSCP Certified Team
Offensive Security Professionals
UAE Licensed
Dubai Economic Zone Authority
Industry Certifications & Accreditations
EX
Leading UAE
Exchange
Exchange
BR
MENA Broker
Platform
Platform
TI
Token Issuance
Provider
Provider
SN
Settlement
Network
Network
DC
Digital Asset
Custodian
Custodian
CT
Crypto Trading
Desk
Desk
Client names confidential per NDA agreements
Proven Track Record in VARA Compliance
Numbers that speak to our expertise and commitment
500+
Assessments Completed
100%
VARA Compliance Rate
50+
Licensed Entities Served
24/7
Expert Support
VARA Technology & Information Rulebook: 6 Core Cybersecurity Requirements
The Technology & Information Rulebook establishes comprehensive cybersecurity mandates for all Virtual Asset Service Providers in Dubai. Non-compliance puts your license at risk.
VARA refers to Red Team Simulation as Threat-Led Penetration Testing (TLPT) under Rulebook §E
Red Team Simulation (TLPT)
Annual independent Threat-Led Penetration Testing under Rule E
ITSEC Solution: Simulated adversarial attacks
Continuous Monitoring
Ongoing vulnerability scanning & quarterly security audits
ITSEC Solution: Automated threat detection
Key Lifecycle Governance
Cryptographic key management & custody controls (Rule D)
ITSEC Solution: HSM integration & secure storage
CISO Appointment
Designated Chief Information Security Officer (Rule I)
ITSEC Solution: Executive security oversight
Incident Response
72-hour incident notification to VARA (Rule H)
ITSEC Solution: BCDR & response planning
Access Controls & Authentication
Multi-factor authentication & role-based access management
ITSEC Solution: IAM policies & audit trails