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Master-at-Arms

Difficulty · moderateFitness · high Requirements being verified

Job Overview

MAs are the Navy's police, providing law enforcement, physical security, and antiterrorism protection.

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Official Qualification Requirements

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Last verified: 2026-08-14

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May be required. The branch's published enlistment rules allow green card holders, but some units or assignments in this field need a security clearance, and only U.S. citizens are eligible for one (32 CFR 117.10, SEAD-4). Confirm the specific assignment with a recruiter. Verified August 2026.

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