Data Governance Program Manager

Post Date

Mar 05, 2026

Location

Topeka,
Kansas

ZIP/Postal Code

66611
US
May 11, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Project Manager

Req #

KCM-0709f46c-8ded-4254-8256-466dd9cedd63

Pay Rate

$34 - $42 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

As a Data Governance Program Manager for Insight Global, you will coordinate and document the enterprise data governance program, ensuring initiatives are clearly defined, tracked, and executed. On a day‑to‑day basis, the role manages various workstreams and vendor engagements that support enterprise data governance efforts and policy rollouts. The Program Manager develops and maintains standardized project plans, risk logs, and deliverable trackers to provide consistent visibility across all data office initiatives. This role establishes and refines repeatable processes and templates that promote consistency, efficiency, and continuity across projects. The Program Manager serves as a central point of coordination to keep activities aligned with governance objectives and timelines. Ongoing stakeholder communication and change management are key responsibilities, ensuring business unit participants remain informed, engaged, and aligned throughout implementation and training sessions/work groups. By handling operational and coordination functions, the Program Manager enables smoother execution of complex, multi‑agency initiatives. This support allows the Chief Data Officer and team to focus on strategic priorities, executive engagement, and legislative efforts that advance data governance. Your day to day will be 60% meeting with stakeholders and 40% administrative/planning tasks.

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

2+ years of operations, project management, or analytics experience within data governance and/or management with a functional understanding of data governance terminology, frameworks, and processes
Strong ability to build relationships and drive conversations with leadership/stakeholders
Strong soft skills including a go getter mentality, engaging presence, natural curiosity and interest in data governance, and organizational skills

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

PMP or data governance/management certifications
Exposure to Jira
Experience with large data governance projects

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.