CSE — Cyber Security — BE / B.Tech | Annai College of Engineering & Technology

About the Department

A specialised B.E. focused on network security, ethical hacking, secure coding, cryptography and digital forensics.

👤 Head of Department: Dr. S. Hariharan

Vision & Mission

The guiding statements for the CSE-CS department.

Vision

To produce world-class cyber-security engineers who protect digital infrastructure, businesses and citizens from evolving cyber threats.

Mission

Provide a rigorous foundation in computer science augmented with specialised cyber-security skills.
Build hands-on capability through pen-test labs, CTF challenges and forensic exercises.
Foster ethical, responsible cyber-security practitioners.
Pursue research collaborations with industry CERTs and government cyber-defence agencies.

4-Year Curriculum Overview

An indicative year-by-year breakdown of the Anna University curriculum for CSE — Cyber Security. Actual semester offerings follow the latest Anna University regulation.

1

First Year — Foundation

Maths I/II, Physics, Chemistry, Programming in C, Engineering Graphics, Communication Skills

2

Second Year — Core

Data Structures, OOP, Computer Networks, Cryptography Basics, Database, OS

3

Third Year — Specialisation

Network Security, Ethical Hacking, Web App Security, Digital Forensics, Malware Analysis

4

Fourth Year — Project & Internship

Cloud Security, Penetration Testing, IoT Security, Internship at SOC/Red-Team, Major Project

Career Scope after CSE-CS

Typical job roles graduates take up across industry, government and overseas markets.

Security Analyst Penetration Tester SOC Engineer Forensics Investigator Cloud Security Compliance Officer Red-Team Engineer GRC Specialist

Additional roles recorded from our recent placement batches:

Security Engineer / SOC Analyst
Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker
Digital Forensic Analyst
Application Security Engineer
Cloud Security Engineer
Cyber Risk Consultant

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

Within 3-5 years of graduation, our CSE-CS graduates will:

PEO 1

Work as Security Engineers, Penetration Testers, SOC Analysts or Forensic Specialists in leading enterprises and consulting firms.

PEO 2

Earn industry-recognised cyber certifications (CEH, OSCP, CompTIA Security+, AWS Security).

PEO 3

Contribute to safer digital systems through ethical practice and continuous learning.

POs & PSOs

Programme Outcomes (standardised across all engineering disciplines) and Programme-Specific Outcomes (unique to CSE-CS).

Programme Outcomes (POs)

Engineering Knowledge
Problem Analysis
Design / Development of Solutions
Investigations of Complex Problems
Modern Tool Usage
Engineer & Society
Environment & Sustainability
Ethics
Individual & Team Work
Communication
Project Management & Finance
Life-long Learning

Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

Identify and mitigate vulnerabilities across networks, applications and cloud infrastructure.
Apply cryptography, ethical hacking and forensic techniques to real-world scenarios.
Lead incident response, threat hunting and security operations in enterprise environments.

Faculty & Staff

Anna-University-recognised faculty with strong academic and industry credentials.

D

Dr. S. Hariharan

Professor & Head

Ph.D. in Cyber Security

hariharan@annaiengineering.edu.in

Laboratories & Facilities

Specialised labs equipped with industry-standard tools, software licences and faculty supervision.

Cyber Security Lab

Penetration Testing Lab

Digital Forensics Lab

Cryptography Lab

Network Security Lab

Malware Analysis Sandbox

Cloud Security Lab

CTF Practice Range

Academic & Co-curricular Activities

Regular events, technical clubs, and industry tie-ups that round out the classroom learning.

Industry guest lectures every month
Student paper presentations and project expos
Inter-college symposiums and hackathons
NPTEL / IEEE / ICTACT certification cohorts
Industrial visits to manufacturing units, software firms and research labs
Final-year capstone project under industry/faculty mentor
Capture-The-Flag (CTF) competitions
Bug-bounty hunts
Cyber security industry workshops
CEH / OSCP certification cohorts

Top recruiters for CSE-CS

Cyber-security graduates are among the most-sought-after engineering hires today, with consistently high entry-level packages.

150+Recruiters

18 LPAHighest

5.4 LPAAverage

100%Support

TCSInfosysWiproKPMGDeloitteEYPwCIBMAccentureCognizantHCLPaladion

FAQs

Common questions from CSE-CS aspirants and parents.

What's the eligibility for CSE-CS?

Pass in Class XII (or equivalent) with Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry — minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories). Admission via TNEA counselling or direct mode.

Is hostel accommodation available?

Yes — separate boys' and girls' hostel blocks on campus with warden supervision, mess, Wi-Fi, and security. Hostel fees billed separately from tuition.

What's the placement scenario for CSE-CS?

150+ recruiters visit annually, with the highest CTC at 18 LPA and an average of 5.4 LPA. Dedicated placement training begins in the second year — aptitude, technical, mock interviews and resume building included.

Are scholarships available?

Yes — Tamil Nadu Govt scholarships for BC/MBC/SC/ST/Minority categories, Post-matric Central Govt scholarships, plus management merit scholarships for top scorers. Education loans tied up with major banks.

Can I do internships during the course?

Yes — internships are strongly encouraged from the third year. Many students complete summer internships at our partner companies, and the final-year project often involves industry collaboration.

What's the average class size?

We maintain a healthy student-to-faculty ratio (~20:1) to ensure individual attention. Labs are typically split into smaller batches for hands-on practice.