PureCS and Dell Technologies have entered into a strategic collaboration to strengthen cybersecurity capabilities across the United Arab Emirates (UAE), expanding access to advanced threat detection and response services for organisations in both the public and private sectors.
The agreement will see Dell deliver Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and Extended Detection and Response (XDR) services through PureCS’s Security Operations Centre (SOC) in Abu Dhabi. The initiative aims to help organisations identify cyber threats earlier, respond more effectively to security incidents and protect critical digital operations as the UAE accelerates its digital transformation.
The partnership combines Dell Technologies’ global cybersecurity expertise with PureCS’s sovereign digital infrastructure and regional capabilities, reinforcing the importance of locally delivered security services in building a resilient and trusted digital ecosystem.
Strategic Partnership to Strengthen UAE Cybersecurity
PureCS, a sovereign digital infrastructure and cybersecurity company within PureHealth, the Middle East’s largest healthcare group, has signed an agreement with Dell Technologies to enhance cybersecurity services throughout the UAE.
Under the agreement, Dell will leverage PureCS’s Security Operations Centre in Abu Dhabi to provide advanced threat detection and response capabilities to organisations across government and private-sector environments.
The collaboration brings together Dell’s international technology and cybersecurity capabilities with PureCS’s regional expertise and digital infrastructure capabilities. By combining these strengths, the two companies aim to address the growing sophistication of cyber threats and help organisations strengthen the resilience of their critical systems.
As businesses and government entities become increasingly dependent on connected platforms, digital services and data-driven operations, cybersecurity has become an essential component of operational continuity and digital trust. The partnership seeks to address these evolving requirements by expanding access to specialised security services within the UAE.
MDR and XDR Services to Improve Threat Detection and Response
A central component of the agreement is the delivery of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and Extended Detection and Response (XDR) services through PureCS’s Abu Dhabi-based Security Operations Centre.
These services are designed to help organisations improve their ability to detect suspicious activity, identify potential threats at an earlier stage and respond more efficiently when security incidents occur.
MDR services provide managed security monitoring, threat detection and incident response capabilities, helping organisations strengthen their readiness to address cyber risks. XDR services extend detection and response capabilities across connected security environments, supporting a more integrated approach to identifying and investigating threats.
Through the collaboration, organisations in the UAE’s public and private sectors will have access to enhanced cybersecurity services intended to help safeguard their digital operations and strengthen their response to increasingly complex threats.
The initiative also reflects the growing importance of specialised security services as organisations seek to protect sensitive information, maintain the availability of critical systems and reduce the potential impact of cyber incidents on their operations.
By bringing these capabilities together through a locally based Security Operations Centre, the partnership aims to support a more responsive and resilient cybersecurity environment.
Abu Dhabi SOC Reinforces Locally Delivered Security Capabilities
PureCS’s Security Operations Centre in Abu Dhabi will serve as the operational base for the services delivered under the agreement, highlighting the role of local cybersecurity capabilities in supporting the UAE’s digital development.
Locally delivered security services can help organisations access specialised expertise while addressing their operational requirements within the domestic technology ecosystem. As digital adoption expands across industries, maintaining effective security monitoring and incident response capabilities is becoming increasingly important for organisations seeking to protect essential services and business-critical systems.
The collaboration combines Dell Technologies’ global technology leadership with PureCS’s regional presence and sovereign digital infrastructure capabilities. This approach is intended to help organisations improve their security preparedness while supporting the wider development of the UAE’s cybersecurity ecosystem.
The partnership also underlines the importance of building trust in digital services. As organisations adopt new technologies and expand their online operations, the ability to identify threats, respond to incidents and safeguard digital assets remains fundamental to maintaining confidence among customers, employees and stakeholders.
PureCS: Protecting Critical Systems Is Essential to National Resilience
Rashed Humaid AlNeyadi, Chief Operating Officer of PureCS, said the UAE’s accelerating digital transformation has made the protection of critical systems, sensitive data and essential services increasingly important to national and economic resilience.
He explained that the collaboration with Dell Technologies combines global cybersecurity expertise with sovereign capabilities to help organisations stay ahead of increasingly sophisticated threats while retaining the benefits of locally delivered security services.
AlNeyadi added that the partnership reflects PureCS’s commitment to developing trusted digital infrastructure that enables businesses and government entities to innovate, grow and operate with confidence.
His remarks highlight the growing importance of integrating cybersecurity into digital transformation strategies. As organisations modernise their operations and expand their use of digital technologies, the protection of critical infrastructure and sensitive information remains a key consideration for sustainable growth and operational resilience.
The collaboration is intended to support these priorities by making advanced threat detection and response services more accessible to organisations operating across the UAE.
Dell Technologies: Combining Global Expertise with Local Presence
Walid Yehia, Managing Director of Dell Technologies in the UAE, said the company selected PureCS as a partner because of its strong regional expertise, sovereign infrastructure and demonstrated ability to deliver services at scale within the country.
Yehia explained that combining Dell’s global technology leadership with PureCS’s local presence would enable customers to benefit from stronger protection and greater confidence as they navigate an increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape.
He also emphasised that the collaboration would contribute to strengthening the UAE’s cybersecurity ecosystem over the long term.
The partnership reflects the value of cooperation between global technology providers and regional infrastructure specialists. By combining international capabilities with local delivery, the companies aim to address organisations’ evolving security requirements and support their efforts to maintain resilient digital operations.
As cyber threats continue to develop in complexity, access to advanced detection and response services is becoming an increasingly important consideration for organisations seeking to protect their digital environments and sustain business continuity.
Middle East Cybersecurity Market Set for Significant Growth
The collaboration comes amid rising demand for advanced cybersecurity solutions across the Middle East, driven by accelerating digital transformation and the increasing complexity of the cyber threat landscape.
According to MarketsandMarkets, the regional cybersecurity market is projected to grow from USD 18.56 billion in 2026 to USD 29.39 billion by 2031, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%.
The projected expansion reflects the growing importance of cybersecurity investment as organisations across the region adopt digital platforms, modernise their infrastructure and seek stronger protection for their systems and information.
As digital services become more deeply embedded in business operations and public services, organisations face increasing pressure to strengthen their ability to identify vulnerabilities, detect suspicious activity and respond to security incidents.
These developments are also creating greater demand for managed security services and advanced detection technologies that can support organisations in addressing evolving risks.
Against this backdrop, the PureCS–Dell Technologies collaboration aims to expand access to advanced cybersecurity capabilities in the UAE, combining global expertise with locally delivered services to address the needs of organisations across different sectors.
AI Adoption Increases the Need for Secure Digital Infrastructure
The UAE’s accelerating adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced digital technologies is further increasing the need for secure, resilient and reliable digital infrastructure.
As organisations integrate emerging technologies into their operations, cybersecurity plays a vital role in protecting digital assets, maintaining service continuity and supporting the responsible adoption of new capabilities.
The expansion of connected systems and digital services also reinforces the need for security solutions that can help organisations identify threats and respond to incidents while preserving trust in their digital environments.
The PureCS and Dell Technologies collaboration supports the UAE’s digital transformation ambitions by strengthening access to locally delivered cybersecurity services. These capabilities are intended to help organisations safeguard critical operations, maintain digital trust and adopt emerging technologies with greater confidence.
The partnership also highlights the importance of aligning technological innovation with effective security measures, ensuring that digital growth is supported by the infrastructure and expertise required to manage evolving cyber risks.
Partnership Supports a More Resilient UAE Digital Ecosystem
The agreement between PureCS and Dell Technologies represents a further step towards strengthening cybersecurity capabilities in the UAE through cooperation between global technology providers and regional digital infrastructure specialists.
By delivering MDR and XDR services through PureCS’s Security Operations Centre in Abu Dhabi, the collaboration aims to improve organisations’ ability to detect threats earlier, respond more effectively to security incidents and protect critical digital operations.
The initiative comes at a time when cybersecurity is becoming increasingly important to business continuity, public-sector services and the wider adoption of digital technologies.
With the Middle East cybersecurity market projected to expand significantly and the UAE continuing to accelerate its adoption of AI and advanced digital solutions, access to reliable and locally delivered security capabilities is expected to remain an important priority for organisations.
Through this collaboration, PureCS and Dell Technologies aim to contribute to a more resilient digital environment, supporting organisations as they navigate an evolving threat landscape and pursue their digital transformation objectives with greater confidence.
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