Wow, to classify the 1999 Bellingham Pipeline Explosion a "Cyber Incident" is a BIG stretch. That was an industrial accident, with mechanical failure as a significant component. Just because there was computer monitoring equipment, does not mean it was a "Cyber Incident".

There is something to be said about getting an agent for the negotiations, someone who can negotiate on your behalf. What are the going rates for the position? What is the best rate I can get? What if I want to work as a 1099 employee vs a W2 employee? And other contract details like the removal of Non-Compete agreements, and other silliness. I recently negotiated the start of a new job, and had to really push back on the non-compete agreement (US resident not in CA), they really are quite horrible. I wouldn't mind paying a percentage for the best deal, and some more transparency in the process.