The Knesset Guard (משמר הכנסת) (Mishmar HaKnesset) is an Israeli protective security unit.
The Knesset Guard is responsible for the security of the Knesset building and protection of Knesset members (MKs). Guards are stationed outside the building, and ushers are on duty inside. The commander of the force is called the Sergeant-at-Arms (K'tzin HaKnesset, literally, "officer of the Knesset").
In addition to its everyday duties, the Knesset Guard plays a ceremonial role, greeting dignitaries and taking part in the annual ceremony on Mount Herzl on the eve of Israeli Independence Day.
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