Senior Director, Compliance and Privacy

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

. Provide strategic direction and oversight for corporate compliance and privacy programs .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $173,400 - $251,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in healthcare compliance and privacy program administration, including HIPAA and GDPR compliance. Proven ability to lead compliance initiatives, manage regulatory risks, and effectively communicate with executive leadership and governance bodies.

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Healthcare Compliance ExpertiseHIPAA Compliance ManagementMedicare Part D ComplianceRegulatory Risk AssessmentLeadership in Compliance Programs

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Hard Skills

Regulatory CompliancePrivacy Program AdministrationData Security TechnologiesIncident Response CoordinationPolicy DevelopmentComplaint Investigation ProcessesTraining Program DevelopmentOperational OversightCompliance ReportingRisk Mitigation Strategies

Soft Skills

Advanced Interpersonal SkillsEffective CommunicationRelationship BuildingFacilitation SkillsTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office ApplicationsCompliance ToolsPrivacy Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed AttorneyCertified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)Professional, Academy for Health Care Management (PAHM)

Industry Keywords

Healthcare RegulationsCorporate CompliancePrivacy ProgramsGovernance CommitteesCompliance and Ethics ProgramCMS Compliance RequirementsGovernment Programs ComplianceCode of Business ConductExecutive Leadership AdvisingTraining and Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic direction and oversight for corporate compliance and privacy programs
Ensure alignment with evolving healthcare regulations, industry standards, and internal policies
Advise executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and governance committees
Serve as the designated Privacy Official and oversee HIPAA compliance for BCBSA
Develop and implement privacy policies, procedures, personnel training, and complaint investigation processes
Serve as BCBSA’s Medicare Compliance Official and subject matter expert for Medicare Part D and other government programs compliance
Build and oversee government programs compliance operations
Support and oversee Compliance Committee operations and report findings to leadership and governance committees
Serve as BCBSA’s Compliance Official
Lead and provide operational oversight for the Compliance and Ethics Program, including the Code of Business Conduct and annual reporting
Address compliance issues with internal stakeholders
Oversee the Privacy Program, including HIPAA and GDPR compliance
Lead cross-functional investigation and resolution of privacy incidents
Lead and develop the compliance and privacy team
Promote best practices and coordinate incident response efforts across the system
Oversee compliance and ethics training programs for Blue Plan Compliance leaders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Required BS or equivalent work experience
12+ years of experience in the healthcare industry
Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory, privacy (HIPAA), and compliance and ethics issues
Direct experience with CMS/Medicare compliance requirements
At least one year of experience managing privacy programs subject to healthcare laws and regulations
Proven track record of leading and implementing regulatory compliance initiatives
Knowledge of Medicare Part D and other government programs compliance
Deep understanding of healthcare compliance, privacy program administration, and data security technologies, including HIPAA and GDPR
Ability to assess regulatory and operational risks and develop mitigation strategies
Advanced interpersonal and communication skills, including facilitating training and presenting to executive leadership and governance bodies
Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior executives and board members
Competence in Microsoft Office applications and relevant compliance and privacy tools
Preferred: MS in Law, Business Administration, or equivalent
Preferred: AI literacy and understanding of generative AI tools
Preferred: Licensed Attorney
Preferred: Professional, Academy for Health Care Management (PAHM)
Preferred: Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus incentive pay
Paid time off
11 holidays
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Generous 401(k) matching
Lifestyle spending account