Director, IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.  

What sets us apart is our relentless focus on four core values: People, Quality, Service and Innovation. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.  

You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.

Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.  

The Director, Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) leads the development and execution of strategies that protect Empower Pharmacy’s operations, reputation, and long-term resilience. This role ensures regulatory adherence, proactively mitigates risks, and strengthens security frameworks to support business continuity and strategic growth. By fostering a culture of compliance, risk awareness, and ethical accountability, the Director drives operational excellence and aligns governance practices with industry standards and evolving regulations.

• Develops and implements comprehensive GRC policies and frameworks to enhance regulatory compliance, proactively mitigate risks, and ensure strict adherence to evolving industry best practices, legal requirements, and corporate governance standards.
• Conducts in-depth risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, analyze potential threats, and recommend mitigation strategies while continuously monitoring risk exposure and providing leadership with actionable, data-driven insights to strengthen business resilience.
• Collaborates closely with security, legal, and business teams to align compliance initiatives with organizational objectives, enhance regulatory preparedness, and facilitate thorough internal audits and external regulatory reviews to ensure accountability.
• Leads enterprise-wide training and awareness programs to embed a culture of compliance, risk awareness, and ethical responsibility while developing proactive strategies for continuous improvement in risk management and regulatory adherence.
• Manages, mentors, and empowers a team of compliance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture of accountability and innovation while driving advancements in governance and compliance through automation, artificial intelligence (AI)-powered analytics, and strategic process improvements.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

• Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills with the ability to influence decision-making at all levels of the organization, along with expertise in audit methodologies and regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI in daily work to drive efficiency, solve problems, and enhance decision-making—adept at integrating AI-powered solutions into all workflows.

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Values

• People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.
• Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.
• Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.
• Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in governance, risk, and compliance roles with a deep understanding of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and a proven track record in risk mitigation and compliance management.
• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Security, Law, or a related field, with a master’s degree preferred for candidates seeking senior leadership roles.
• Relevant certifications (Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)) are preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI in daily work to drive efficiency, solve problems, and enhance decision-making—adept at integrating AI-powered solutions into all workflows.

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, well-being, and future, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, wellness perks, IV therapy, and compounded medications. Learn more: https://careers.empowerpharmacy.com/benefits/