A Guide to ISR Compliance and Data Protection for Dubai Government Entities

The Information Security Regulations (ISR) establish minimum security standards for government entities to ensure essential business continuity and mitigate information security risks. Its goals include a unified approach to information security, prevention of compromises, and clear accountability for security practices. The ISR applies to employees and contractors across all business processes and systems, organized into thirteen domains that focus on governance, operations, and assurance, outlining objectives and compliance controls.