IT GRC Program Lead

Post Date

Jun 04, 2026

Location

Tuckahoe,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

23230
US
Aug 14, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Project Manager

Req #

RIC-229c8bc6-549e-41c0-9066-cb467cff6d0c

Pay Rate

$50 - $62 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a mid-to-senior level IT Governance/GRC Program Lead to support a growing organization in building and maturing its IT governance and compliance capabilities. This is a highly visible, impact-driven opportunity for someone who has successfully implemented governance frameworks and can bring structure, rigor, and leadership to an evolving program. You’ll play a key role in shaping and executing governance strategy – specifically focused on COBIT rollout, SOX controls, and broader IT GRC program development – while partnering closely with IT leadership and audit stakeholders.

The hourly rate for this position is $55-65/hr and based on experience.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead the design, implementation, and maturation of IT governance frameworks, with a focus on COBIT
• Drive SOX compliance efforts, including control design, documentation, and ongoing program management
• Establish and enforce governance processes, controls, and operating models across IT
• Partner with internal and external auditors to support audit readiness, execution, and remediation
• Manage and maintain controls between audit cycles, ensuring ongoing compliance and effectiveness
• Build structure and repeatable processes for governance program execution and monitoring
• Identify gaps across governance, risk, and compliance domains and recommend improvements
• Support development (or enhancement) of risk management practices, including risk tracking and reporting
• Act as a subject matter expert and provide guidance to internal stakeholders on governance best practices

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5–10+ years of experience in IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), internal audit, or related fields
• Proven experience implementing governance frameworks from scratch (not support/maintenance)
• Hands-on experience leading a COBIT implementation
• Direct ownership of SOX IT controls and compliance programs
• Experience operating within ITIL/ITSM environments and aligning governance to ITSM processes
• Experience working with internal and external auditors, including audit support and remediation
• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives independently and drive programs end-to-end

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Internal audit background
• Experience building or maintaining a risk register

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.