Program Manager - Hybrid (6295)

itD is seeking a Program Manager to lead and complete large-scale, cross-functional privacy and data governance initiatives supporting program execution, compliance, and operational effectiveness. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in privacy programs, data governance, legal operations, and cross-functional project management, with a track record of coordinating complex workstreams, improving processes, and driving initiatives to completion. Location: Hybrid – Research Triangle Park (RTP), NC Duration: 4 months We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and more. Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship. Responsibilities Lead and complete large-scale, client-driven privacy, data governance, and program initiatives involving multiple cross-functional stakeholders and competing priorities. Manage project plans, timelines, dependencies, risks, deliverables, and status reporting to ensure initiatives remain on track and achieve established objectives. Partner with Legal, Privacy, Product, and other corporate functions to identify requirements, coordinate activities, resolve issues, and drive execution. Facilitate meetings and working sessions by establishing clear objectives and agendas, guiding discussions, documenting decisions and action items, and ensuring timely follow-through. Develop, design, and implement improved business processes, workflows, governance practices, and operational solutions to increase efficiency and support program requirements. Support privacy programs and certifications by coordinating regulatory, compliance, and data governance activities and translating requirements into actionable business initiatives. Assist with budgeting, financial status reporting, presentations, process documentation, and other program materials while communicating project status, risks, and decisions to technical and non-technical audiences. Internal Responsibilities Attend regular internal practice community meetings. Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership. Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material). Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice. Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual). Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities. Required Qualifications and Skills 5+ years of experience in project management, program management, legal operations, privacy programs, data governance, or closely related areas. Experience managing multiple projects or workstreams involving cross-functional stakeholders and competing priorities. Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to establish timelines, track dependencies, identify risks, and drive follow-through. Experience working effectively with Legal, Privacy, Product, or other corporate functions. Demonstrated ability to facilitate meetings and working sessions, establish objectives and agendas, guide discussions, document decisions and action items, and drive stakeholder follow-up. Experience identifying and implementing opportunities to improve processes, workflows, governance, and operational effectiveness. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate project status, risks, requirements, and decisions to both technical and non-technical audiences. Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and effectively navigate ambiguity. Experience developing project plans, status reports, presentations, process documentation, and other program management materials. Ability to communicate with clients and stakeholders to understand business needs and requirements. Preferred Qualifications and Skills Experience supporting a corporate privacy, data governance, compliance, legal operations, or risk management program. Experience coordinating initiatives involving multiple Legal, Privacy, Product, or business stakeholders. Familiarity with privacy and data protection frameworks and regulations. Experience supporting privacy-related regulatory or certification initiatives and translating requirements into coordinated business activities. Familiarity with the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF), Global/Asia-Pacific CBPR systems, and related accountability or cross-border data transfer programs. Familiarity with adjacent privacy, security, assurance frameworks, and regulatory requirements. Experience establishing governance, clarifying ownership, improving processes, and increasing operational efficiency. Experience supporting budgeting and financial status reporting for projects or programs. Education Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience required. Company Description About itD: We are part of a new generation of consulting and software development company that blends diversity, innovation, and integrity with real business results. Our structure rejects any strong hierarchy, empowering us to deliver excellent results. We are a woman- and minority-led firm. Every day, we challenge ourselves to be considerate, fair and to re-think what great outcomes mean for our customers. This permeates down to how we approach every interaction, on every project, for every client. You’ll thrive here if you are a dynamic self-starter, a difference-maker or someone who wants to deliver great results, without constraints. The itD Digital Experience: Joining us means you’ll be part of our global community, you have a say about your own career journey, and you’ll get a chance to give back to causes that matter. You will experience working with Fortune 500 companies and high-performance teams across numerous industries. itD offers our employees excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, 401K + matching, networking & career learning and development programs. We are growing and we want to see you grow! Visit to learn more about what working at itD can mean for you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. itD is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Additional Info Dynamic environment in a culture of respect, empowerment and recognition for a job well done, apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr itD Tech