The industry is so wide and varied, any answer will be correct (if that makes sense!). What the OP has described is achievable. It’s also possible to be worked like a dog for less money. And between the two lies a huge array of different work with a host of employers.
IMO the OP has described one of the better jobs. This doesn’t mean it’s not there. In reality with any career change, you must expect to start at the bottom. But play your cards right, and progress can be reasonably rapid.
All the best, Pete 