Paul Cappucci
U.S. Citizen | Maryland, DC area
Drupal front-end, back-end developer and Graphic design

Online portfolio of samples
https://vmgem.com/samples.html

Contact
301-906-6040
Silver Spring, MD 20902
pcpacino@yahoo.com

Work authorization
U.S. Citizen

Veteran status
I am not a veteran

Disability disclosure
I do not have a disability

Security Clearance
Department of Energy Q Top Secret clearance 2010 to 2023
Public Trust - 2021 to Current date

My sites
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcpacino/
https://github.com/pcapp2114
https://www.drupal.org/u/leisurman
https://drupal.stackexchange.com/users/58880/paul-cappucci
https://vmgem.com/samples.html

Summary

·         U.S. Citizen with 15 years of Drupal, WordPress, and React development experience, including 13 years holding a Top Secret Q clearance at the U.S. Department of Energy (2010–2023).

·         Full-stack developer specializing in frontend theming, custom module development, API integration, and backend architecture, skilled in HTML, CSS, Sass, JavaScript, Twig templating, and mobile-first responsive design.

·         Proven ability to design and implement custom themes from Photoshop and Figma mockups into Drupal, WordPress, and React environments, ensuring seamless performance across devices.

·         Extensive experience in Drupal site building, complex content modeling, configuration management, and building advanced Views and custom Paragraphs, with a strong focus on accessibility (WCAG and Section 508 compliance).

·         Proficient with version control systems and Git workflows, development environments, and Linux system administration (RHEL, CentOS), including shell scripting, security (COMPTIA Security+, applying STIG, SELinux), and cloud hosting on AWS and Azure FedRAMP platforms.

·         Skilled collaborator in agile environments, working closely with product managers to translate business needs into maintainable solutions; active contributor to drupal.org and Drupal Stack Exchange communities.

Certifications
ITIL Foundation
COMPTIA SECURITY+
AWS Cloud Services Technical professional accreditation
AWS Cloud Services Business professional accreditation
ASE Auto (4 certifications) – Engine repair, Electrical system, Performance, Alignment, Brakes, A/C


Skills
Full Stack experience: Red Hat, CentOS, Apache, MySQL, PHP

CMS: Drupal, WordPress

JavaScript Frameworks: Node.js, React, JSX

Cloud Platforms: Acquia Cloud Platform, Acquia Pipelines, AWS (FedRAMP), Azure (FedRAMP)

DevOps & CI/CD: CI/CD Pipelines, AWS CodePipeline, DDEV, Docker, VirtualBox, Git, GitHub

Front-end: CSS, SASS, HTML5, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Tailwind, USWDS, Twig template engine

Drupal Tools: Composer, Drush

Accessibility: Section 508 Compliance

Design & Graphics: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate, Figma, Flash

Project Management & Collaboration: JIRA, Microsoft Teams, Agile sprints (weekly)

AI Tools: Claude Code

Languages spoken
English

Education
The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale | 1799 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
1997

Work experience

M9 Solutions, LLC | Remote with visits to Department of Energy, Germantown, Md
Drupal Developer and theming, graphic designer | Contractor to the Department of Energy
Date: 5/2021 – 6/2025

·         Developed and maintained six multi-client Drupal sites, balancing feature delivery, platform stability, accessibility (Section 508), and visual consistency

·         Translated business and client requirements into custom Drupal solutions, including graphic design, UI mockups, custom Twig templating, Layout Builder and Canvas configurations, contributed modules, and creation of custom sub-themes based on Bootstrap and USWDS parent themes.

·         Managed Drupal core and module patching, performed major core upgrades from Drupal 9 to 10 and then to 11, and handled release management and deployments using Drush, Composer, and a mix of CI/CD pipelines and manual server-based Git workflows (SSH, git pull), depending on environment constraints.

·         Ensured environment consistency across development, staging, and production while maintaining secure, reliable deployments

·         Supported FedRAMP annual assessments through technical documentation, system validation, and server-side updates such as PHP version upgrades

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions | Department of Defense office, Virginia
Drupal Themer and Developer, graphic designer | Contractor to the Department of Defense
Date: 11/2020 – 1/2023

·         Developed and maintained three Drupal websites, ensuring seamless feature implementation, site stability, and adherence to accessibility standards (Section 508)

·         Created custom Drupal modules for API data fetching and configured Solr search server to enhance site search functionality

·         Designed and implemented custom themes and sub-themes, including Twig templating and Layout Builder setups, aligned with client branding and UX requirements

·         Managed Drupal core and contributed module updates, major version upgrades, and deployments using Drush, Composer, and both automated and manual Git workflows

IntePros Federal | Department of Energy, Washington DC
Drupal Developer and theming, graphic designer | Contractor to the Department of Energy | Top secret clearance
9/2016 – 5/2021

·         Maintained and enhanced Drupal and WordPress websites with a focus on caching strategies, performance optimization, and adherence to accessibility standards (Section 508)

·         Designed custom sub-themes using Elementor, Layout Builder, and custom Paragraphs; configured Solr search server to improve search functionality and user experience

·         Implemented automated testing and managed deployment processes using Drush, Composer dependency management, and a combination of CI/CD pipelines and manual Git workflows

·         Ensured security best practices across Drupal core, contributed modules, and server environments while supporting compliance documentation and system validation

Aurotech Corp | Food and Drug Administration, White Oak Maryland
DMI acquired Aurotech Corp in 2022
Drupal Developer and theming, graphic designer | Contractor to the Food and Drug Administration
Date: 9/2016 – 1/2020

·         Managed Drupal deployment pipelines and ensured seamless synchronization across development, staging, and production environments to support reliable releases

·         Mentored junior developers and standardized Git workflows, significantly improving code quality and accelerating release cycles

·         Led training workshops for agency content editors and site owners, enhancing their proficiency with Drupal’s editorial workflows and permissions to promote autonomy and reduce developer dependency

·         Collaborated with our team to troubleshoot issues, optimize site performance, and implement best practices for security and maintainability

InfoReliance Corporation | Department of Energy, Washington DC
ECS Federal acquired InfoReliance Corporation in 2017
Title: Drupal Developer and theming, graphic designer | Contractor to the Department of Energy | Top secret clearance
Date: 9/2010 – 1/2016

·         Developed and maintained Drupal websites, creating custom themes and sub-themes using Twig, Layout Builder, and custom Paragraphs, while applying graphic design and UI/UX principles to deliver visually engaging, accessible front-end experiences

·         Utilized Photoshop and Illustrator to design and refine front-end assets, ensuring visual quality and strict adherence to Section 508 accessibility standards

Full Spectrum Telecommunications | Clearwater Florida
Title: Web Designer, Flash ActionScript Developer
4/2007 – 9/2010

·         Maintained and developed static HTML websites and Flash (ActionScript) applications, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and seamless user experiences

·         Created and optimized visual assets using Photoshop and Illustrator to enhance site aesthetics and maintain brand consistency