How to become a security guard in Massachusetts
Here's exactly what Massachusetts requires, and the official portal to apply. Finish it and you can start getting booked on XGuard.
Massachusetts — no individual guard license
Massachusetts licenses the security company, not the individual. Work under a licensed Watch, Guard & Patrol agency — there is no personal guard card to apply for. To carry a firearm on duty you need a local License to Carry.
Massachusetts Watch, Guard & Patrol Agency License
The company (Watch, Guard & Patrol) license is issued by the Massachusetts State Police Certification Unit. Individual guards work under a licensed agency; this is the route to license your own company.
Once you're licensed
Create your free XGuard profile now — upload your license the moment you have it, and we'll verify it and start matching you to paid security work near you.
Start your XGuard profileXGuard guides you to the official process; the state issues your license. Figures are sourced from official regulators and verified before publishing, but requirements can change — always confirm on the official portal linked above.